walking shoes

There is a whole site called, "Best Walking Shoe." Go look there -- nearly every brand is recommended.

Try "Sierra Trading Post". I bought some great boots there for Austria this Christmas. They have all types of shoes and boots at discount prices.

I looked on forums for information but everyone recommended KEEN and I did not find them to be the best shoe for me. I bought a pair of Dansko and I love them...if you get them get a size or two bigger and wear them to break them in soon! Best of luck.

You are going to have try some on. I have found that Finn Comfort's to be really good for me. I've also worn Dansko and Joseph Siebert. I would look for a store that carries these brands and then go try some on. Comfort seems to vary from feet to feet. ; )

I recommend the SAS loafer-style walking shoe, which is very, very comfortable. I had absolutely no problems and the breaking-in period was non-existent.

The shoe has a leather upper, but I'm not sure if it's sealed. I wore mine in wet and snowy weather without problems. While we did encounter a lot of rain and wet conditions, snow exposure was limited and wasn't very deep.

Shoes are so specific to ea individual. Go to Nordstron and have them fit you and waterproof your shoe.ie Ecco, Keen etc

I've had great luck with Merrill and Ecco shoes. Both are suede, and I just bought a can of suede waterproofing spray. I've had my Merrill's for 7 years, and there's still not a stain on 'em.