New Balance's MW965 Walking Shoe
This versatile shoe provides support on both pavement and on trails. It has waterproof material, and offers excellent shock absorption. Plus, it's Stability Web® ensures excellent support of the midfoot, while the C-Cap® midsole's compression molded ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) is well cushioned and flexible. Prices range from $65.00 to $109.00 in 2009, depending on where you purchase the shoe. Also try the New Balance MO1520GT
walking/multisport shoe, which costs around $129.00 or the New Balance 844, which costs about $70.00.
Hi-Tec Aukland WP
These lightweight, supportive trail walking shoes are waterproof, have a moisture wicking lining, a waterproof seam-sealed suede leather/mesh upper, rust proof eyelets, are abrasion resistant, and are comfortable and stable. They also have a durable carbon rubber outsole that supports the heel arch and a sole that offers a good grip. Plus, they look good and are inexpensive at around $60.00.
Asics Gel-Kayano Walker
This walking shoe was voted "best walking shoe" by Health magazine for a variety of reasons. It has memory foam in the heel, which ensures that the heel molds to a person's foot; plus its DuoMax® midsole technology alleviates pronation. The shoe also boats an Impact Guidance System®, which improves the foot's natural gait, as well as a GEL® cushioning system in high-impact areas that helps the shoe absorb shock. It retails for around $100.00.
