What about boots with a wide toe box (Keen, other)? On multi day hikes your feet will swell and a narrow toe can be uncomfortable. A Topo or Altra trail shoe may be more comfortable, but don’t provide ankle support or good weather protection. The Topo and Altra are great for hikes like the Camino where you might be able to dry them overnight. I’m curious what you considered muddy trails? Our western Washington glacial deposits are very slick when wet. I consider some boots dangerous because they perform poorly in wet muddy conditions.
