What are the lightest weight hiking shoes that still provide ankle support?
This page compares 2 lightest weight hiking shoes with verified specifications and prices. Top options include La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX Women's Wide (2023), Salewa Pedroc 2 Mid PTX. Prices range from £88 to £96. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX Women's Wide (2023)
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£88.18 ≈ | 13.4 oz / 381 g | ✓ | Vibram Nano XS-Trek Compound with Impact Brake System | Compression molded EVA | — | Vibram rubber rand and toe cap |
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The La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX Women's Wide (2023) is a mid-duty waterproof hiking boot with Gore-Tex Surround waterproof/breathable membranes and a nubuck leather upper. It uses compression-molded EVA for cushioning and a Vibram Nano outsole with Impact Brake System for trail traction. It's designed for hikers who want a wider fit and ankle-supporting, stable feel on day hikes and overnights. ★ Ideal forFor light weight with ankle support, it's a women's high-ankle (over-the-ankle) boot at 13.4 oz / 381 g and uses a 3D Flex ankle hinge for stability while still using a compression-molded EVA midsole.
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Salewa Pedroc 2 Mid PTX
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£96.27 ≈ | 320 g | ✓ | Pomoca Speed Hiker 2 | EVA | — | Reinforced toe |
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The Salewa Pedroc 2 Mid PTX is a lightweight, waterproof mid-cut hiking shoe with a breathable Powertex membrane, EVA cushioning, Salewa 3F support, and a Pomoca Speed Hiker 2 outsole for grip on varied terrain. It suits fast hiking, mountain trails, and active outdoor use where ankle stability and low weight are important. ★ Ideal forAt 320 g per shoe, the women's version is light while its mid-cut design, Salewa 3F support system, waterproof Powertex membrane, and reinforced toe provide ankle support and trail protection.
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