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I walk 100km a month testing walking shoes and my favorite budget-friendly shoe is now under

I walk 100km a month testing walking shoes and my favorite budget-friendly shoe is now under $60

Published by Jenni Sidey

Outdoor brand Columbia has been growing in my estimation with every product I’ve tried. Despite being quite reasonably priced, everything I try is high-quality and built to last. The first thing I ever tested was the Columbia Konos TRS shoe, which features in my guide to the best walking shoes as my best pick for those on a budget. The price is already a reasonable $100, but you can now get yourself a pair for under $60 at Amazon. It should be obvious to anyone looking at my walking shoe guide that I am fussy about footwear. I demand comfort, cushioning and durability from my walking shoes and if they don’t meet my standards, I won’t recommend them. The Columbia Konos exceeded my expectations in every way. For the price, I expected cheap materials, thin soles and no bounce underfoot whatsoever. Instead, I found it to be comfortable, well-cushioned and to have surprisingly high energy return for what is technically a trail shoe. I wear my Konos everywhere. It is comfortable enough for city stomps …

I walk 100km a month and my go-to Skechers shoes for walking are now up to 61% off

I walk 100km a month and my go-to Skechers shoes for walking are now up to 61% off

Published by Jenni Sidey

I’ve been lucky enough to test some great Skechers walking shoes over my time at Fit&Well. It’s one of my favorite brands as it makes high-quality shoes at a lower price point than competitors. I love Hoka and Brooks, but those brands cost more. Plus, while you might be waiting nine months or more for a new release to come on sale, Skechers tends to apply discounts much quicker. A great example of this is the Aero Spark, which I tested last year, and is now reduced on Amazon by up to 61% for women and 60% for men. If you didn’t want to pay full price ($145), a discount of $88 might take the sting out of the tail. As well as being more affordable, Skechers shoes are some of the most comfortable around, too. The Aero Spark is a road running shoe with a wedge of bouncy midsole cushioning that takes some of the effort out of running and walking. If you work long hours on your feet, are exploring a new city …

I walk 100km a month in all weathers—my go-to waterproof walking shoes are now 43% off on Amazon

I walk 100km a month in all weathers—my go-to waterproof walking shoes are now 43% off on Amazon

Published by Jenni Sidey

It’s difficult to find shoes that are truly waterproof. I’ve tested quite a few pairs for my guide to the best walking shoes and many fall short. Just ask my soggy socks. For the first time in over a year, I have found a new contender for the crown of best waterproof shoe. I’m currently testing the Columbia Peakfreak Rush Outdry walking shoes and am seriously impressed by how good—and waterproof—they are. I’m testing a low-rise pair, but noticed that the mid-rise (same shoe, slightly higher collar) currently has a great deal on Amazon. This weekend, you can get it for 43% less than RRP, a saving of $55! The Peakfreak Rush is a comfortable, easy-to-wear shoe. I’ve worn it on hikes and on a trip to the grocery store. It’s comfortable enough for either. While it ticks all my boxes for a general walking shoe, what it really excels in is waterproofing. Not only did it make short work of a boggy winter walk, but it also kept my feet dry while I sluiced …

I walk 100km a month and the best shoe I wore in 2025 is now up to off

I walk 100km a month and the best shoe I wore in 2025 is now up to $60 off

Published by Jenni Sidey

I recently totted up my steps and realised I’m walking 100km a month on average while testing shoes for my best walking shoe guide. My favourite shoe to walk in is the Brooks Glycerin 22, which wears the crown as the best walking shoe overall and has a rare five-star rating. I don’t award perfect scores lightly, so you know it really is the best of the best. With the recent release of the Glycerin 23, discounts have been popping up on the older generation of the shoe. You can get a pair for just $105.98 at Amazon. I’m usually fairly faithful to my favorites, and was loath to replace the previous frontrunner, the Hoka Bondi 8. But when the Brooks Glycerin came out this time last year, I was convinced I had finally found a worthy successor. I tested the Glycerin 21 the year before and liked it, but didn’t love it. The Glycerin 22, on the other hand stole my heart away from the Hoka Bondi completely. As a road-running shoe, it’s got …