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Hiking shoe soles are typically the most sturdy and inflexible of athletic shoe soles, but offer maximum shock absorption. Basketball Shoes The soles of basketball shoes are moderately flat and made of rubber.
Look for seamless designs if this is a problem. Materials: For athletic shoes, the upper is usually made of a breathable mesh fabric. You may see leather or synthetics that imitate leather for walking shoes, comfort shoes, trail shoes and boots. Waterproof uppers have a liner of Goretex or similar material.