Goodyear Welt is a shoe construction technique used in the manufacturing of footwear with stitched soles. This construction method uses a narrow strip of leather called welt which is first sewn to the upper and inner sole of the shoe, then stitched to the outsole creating a stronger bond between the parts. Goodyear Welt construction allows multiple sole replacements as well as better air flow through the shoe.
About Hiking Shoes:
Hiking Shoes are supportive, and often water resistant or water proof, footwear which includes performance features to allow hiking over rough terrain. Hiking Shoes are available in both shoe and boot styles.