# High Class Hiking Boots The Timberlake Abington Shoes are Probably Not for the Trails By Robyn Currie | Published 2010-01-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timberland-abington References: [freshnessmag](http://www.freshnessmag.com/2010/01/28/timberland-abington-hiker-boots/) & [ww.timberland](http://ww.timberland.com) With the focus returning to quality and classic style, it is refreshing to see [hiking boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apww01-padmore-barnes-sport-boot) steer back to visually pleasing styles rather than trying to look rustic. So, I think we should all get our hands on the [Timberland Abington](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibram-mash-field-boot-gtx) shoes. Made out of [premium leather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/derby-hiker), and coming in either brown or black, this is footwear you will hang onto for a very long time. Plus each pair of the Timberland Abington shoes comes with replacement laces, other than just black ones. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Classic Hiking Boots:** Opportunity for companies to focus on visually pleasing styles instead of just rustic for hiking boots. - **Premium Footwear:** Potential for elevated quality and longevity in footwear market. - **Personalized Accessories:** Companies can differentiate themselves by offering additional laces or add-ons for products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** Opportunity for companies to create and market classic, visually pleasing hiking boots with premium materials. - **Fashion:** Potential for fashion brands to incorporate stylish and high-quality hiking boots into their lines. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Opportunity for retailers to offer high-end hiking boots and related accessories to outdoor enthusiasts looking for durable and personalized options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rugged Collaborative Trail Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibram-mash-field-boot-gtx.md) - [Refined Field Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-boots-gtx.md) - [Carabiner-Equipped Hiking Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grip-swany-x-timberland-boots.md) - [Reworked Heritage Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-studios-x-timberland.md) - [Technical Premium Hiking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amoeba.md) - [Rugged Field Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-boot-gtx.md) - [Minimalist Fashion Hiking Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/common-projects-hiking-boots.md) - [Ultra-Elegant Unisex Leather Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unisex-leather-boot.md) - [Euro-Inspired Hiking Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apww01-padmore-barnes-sport-boot.md)