When it comes to buying footwear, walking boots and shoes are the perfect investment as they can be used throughout any season and for many different purposes. For many who enjoy the great outdoors, walking and hiking isn't just something to be enjoyed for a couple of months a year as venturing into the great outdoors through every season brings a different outlook: the summer brings the warm sunshine, autumn the fallen leaves, winter the snow and spring the new flowers and greenery.

Thus, regardless of whether you are the avid dog walker, amateur hiker or serial rambler, then walking boots and shoes are ideal. Equally, many of the following top 10 boots and shoes we have featured from a list created according to our online sales, are suitable for casual wear as well as hiking.

It is interesting to note that Ecco have taken the top four places according to online sales, and most noticeably with their Goretex walking boots and shoes. The Goretex material, designed by Ecco themselves, is an incredibly innovative material that allows the boots and shoes to become 100% waterproof whilst also allowing moisture to pass from inside the shoe out, to relieve the inside of the foot of any perspiration created during walking.
 

1		Ecco Chiltern Track Goretex Lace Mens Walking Shoe Coming in first place is the outstanding Ecco Chiltern Track which has appeared popular for every type of walker as well as those looking for an exceptionally hard-wearing casual shoe. With its Ecco PU sole, Goretex membrane and hardy leather upper, this shoe is ideal for any terrain and occasion; a deserving winner.
2		Ecco Cheviot Goretex Mens Lace Up Walking Boot Having seen our first place shoe, it comes as no surprise that in second place is the boot version of this shoe. With the same properties as the shoe, this boot offers slightly more ankle support, ideal for the more avid walker looking for that extra support but will serve equally as well as casual boot.
3		Ecco Chiltern Track Goretex Lace Mens Walking Shoe To show the true excellence of our winning shoe and brand, the third place goes to the black version of our winner. With three variations on the same designed shoe and boot, it is clear that Ecco have designed walking boots and shoes of extraordinary qualities. This is perhaps due to the boots and shoes ability to be worn as a hardy walking boot or as a casual one.
4		Ecco Kolyma GTX Xpedition Goretex Mens Outdoor Boot This walking boot with exceptional Yak leather upper, is ideal for any type of walker, with its fantastic traction qualities and high performance.
5		Timberland Chocorua Mens Lace Up Goretex Boot Timberland enter as a close competitor to Ecco with their Chocorua walking boot. Fantastic for the casual rambler or dog walker, this boot has an incredibly stylish upper, which teamed with the flexible sole makes it a strong competitor.
6		Timberland Ossipee Mens Lace Up Goretex Shoe With its distinguished suede panelled upper and Goretex lining, this shoe is waterproof, hard-wearing and stylish. Equally, with its more trainer-like appearance, this shoe is fantastic as a casual shoe too.
7		Mephisto Sierra Goretex Mens Lace Up Walking Boot A very distinguished looking boot with its exceptional leather upper. A stylish walking boot that has been teamed with Mephisto's innovative Soft Air midsole adding much needed comfort for the avid walker.
8		Timberland Ossipee Mens Lace Up Goretex Shoe Another version of the shoe at sixth place, this trainer-like walking shoe offers one of style, comfort and durability. With its waterproof properties included in the distinctive greige suede panels this shoe is a fantastic walking and casual shoe.
9		Mephisto Cruiser Lace Up Walking Shoe Another Mephisto entry that offers another walking shoe of incredible comfort as well as style. The Mephisto Soft Air technology ensures the foot is comfortable throughout wear, which teamed with the distinguished leather upper creates a brilliant walking or casual shoe. Also featured as a sale item!
10		Ecco Xpedition Lite Tahoe Mens Walking Shoe One of the newest arrivals to enter our top 10, this Ecco Xpedition offers a sporty take on the traditional walking shoe with its rich yak leather upper adding to its high performing abilities.