Every year, thousands of hikers head into the wild to experience the thrill of exploring untouched landscapes. But here’s a reality check: more than a dozen hikers go missing in the U.S. every day.

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It wasn’t that long ago that everyone wore hiking boots out on the trails. They were so ubiquitous that no one even questioned the stiff high-tops, or the sweaty feet, or the inevitable heel blisters ...

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