Hiking
Hiking puts sustained strain on your knees, ankles, feet and back – especially on long distances, steep descents and uneven trails. Explore knee sleeves, ankle supports, insoles and back support built to keep you moving comfortably from the trailhead to the summit and back.
Support your muscles and joints and hike pain-free
Hiking Support – Built for the Trail
Long distances, steep climbs and uneven ground put real strain on your knees, ankles, feet and back. This collection focuses on the supports that address exactly those stress points, from the first mile to the last.
Knee Support – Two Options for the Trail
RX Knee Sleeve 3mm – The Premium Pick. Our lightest RX sleeve, with a patented anatomical shape and 4-panel construction that stays in place mile after mile. Slim enough to wear under trekking pants, light enough to forget about on long days out.
QD Knee Sleeve – The Everyday Option. A simpler 2-panel knee sleeve with the same warmth and compression basics, at a more affordable price point. A solid choice for shorter hikes or anyone trying knee support for the first time.
RX or QD? The RX Knee Sleeve 3mm has the more refined anatomical fit for long days on the trail. The QD Knee Sleeve covers the essentials at a lower price — a good starting point before stepping up.
Ankle Support – Stability on Uneven Ground
UD Lace-Up Ankle Support – Maximum Stability. A lightweight lace-up brace in breathable SpaceTex® fabric, built for the highest level of ankle stability. The lace-up design is the top choice for rocky, uneven trails where a rolled ankle is the biggest risk.
QD Ankle Support 5mm – Flexible Everyday Support. A soft, anatomically shaped neoprene wrap with an adjustable Velcro closure. Lighter and more flexible than a lace-up brace, for hikers who want compression and support without as much bulk.
Feet & Back – Support for the Long Haul
QD Gel Insoles with Technogel® – Shock Absorption All Day. Anatomically shaped Technogel® insoles that absorb impact with every step, reducing strain on your feet, knees, hips and back over long distances. Self-adhesive, so they stay put in your hiking boots.
QD Back Support 3mm – For the Weight on Your Back. Compression and warmth for the lower back, helping counter the load a loaded backpack puts on your spine and back muscles over a full day of hiking.
RX Performance Compression Socks – Circulation on Long Days. Graduated compression socks that support circulation and help reduce muscle fatigue on long hikes, with reinforced heel and toe zones for durability on the trail.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What's the difference between the RX Knee Sleeve 3mm and the QD Knee Sleeve?
The RX Knee Sleeve 3mm has a patented anatomical shape and 4-panel construction for a more refined fit on long hikes. The QD Knee Sleeve is a simpler 2-panel sleeve that covers the same basic warmth and compression at a lower price — a good starting point before stepping up.
Do I need ankle support for hiking?
Not everyone does, but many hikers use it on rocky or uneven trails where the risk of rolling an ankle is highest. The UD Lace-Up Ankle Support offers maximum stability for technical terrain, while the QD Ankle Support 5mm is a lighter, more flexible option for easier trails.
How can I reduce foot and leg fatigue on long hikes?
Shock-absorbing insoles like the QD Gel Insoles reduce the impact that travels up through your feet, knees, hips and back with every step, while graduated compression socks support circulation to help keep fatigue down over a long day on the trail.