D-dog

ill be goin hiking soon so i was woundering if it be ok to wear plain crosstraining shoes?

M V

It depends on the terrain. If you are on dry, smoothe trails, tennies will be fine. Anything else requires real hiking footwear.

Kay P

leather hiking boots would be better; they keep your feet dry and they are also a lot more tear-resistant. If you're bringing a hiking backpack with you the boots will give you better support too. They also get better traction in wet leafy areas. You'll be a lot better off with hiking boots.