Preventing sore Achilles and calves with hiking and climbing boots for women is a tough challenge.
Men's boots do not fit women very well but stores tell women to buy bigger men's boots.
If you tie your boots incorrectly you will severely injure your Achilles tendon.
Hiking boot Achilles tendon injuries are more common than you might think.
A calf injury from a hiking boot if tied wrong will make a big difference in your outdoor experience.