The Simple Way I Dry My Hiking Boots After Every Hike
Mar 17
1 min read
Updated: 6 days ago
After a long hike, especially on wet or muddy trails, my hiking boots are often damp inside. Drying them properly is important—not only for comfort on the next hike but also to prevent bad smells and help the boots last longer.
I have a simple solution: I use is Drysure boot dryers.
There are a few types of those. I choose to use the Drysure Extreme Boot Dryer. I prefer this type because they are longer and fit much better inside the taller shafts of hiking boots. They are also inexpensive and completely reusable, making them a great investment for your gear. They are made of silica gel beads and they absorb moisture from inside the boots and help them dry naturally without using electricity or heat.
After they absorb the sweat and dampness from your boots, you just need to "recharge" them by drying them out (usually by taking off the outer plastic shell and popping the bead pouches on a warm radiator, in the sunlight, or in the oven for a bit).
I keep a pair in my car, ready to use when I return from a hike. Once my boots are brushed off and placed in their box, I simply insert the dryers so they can start absorbing moisture during the drive home.
By the time I get back, the drying process has already started, which makes the rest of the cleanup much easier.
If you’d like to learn more about them, you can check them out here: www.drysure.co.uk
It’s a small addition to my post-hike routine, but it helps keep my boots dry, fresh, and ready for the next adventure.
