Boots & Shoes Reviews
We hope to inspire adventure and promote wilderness conservation through in-depth gear reviews, skill-based tutorials, and comprehensive trip guides.
Popular Content
Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2024
Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2024
We’ve hiked thousands of miles in the best hiking shoes available to see which ones gained the most traction with our team of experts…
Best Hiking Shoes for Women of 2024
Best Hiking Shoes for Women of 2024
Looking for the most comfortable, durable women’s hiking shoes around? Our team of experts tested dozens of the most promising pairs over thousands…
Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2024
Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2024
We set out to find the most comfortable, durable, and supportive hiking boots available. After logging hundreds of trail miles ourselves, these top…
Best Hiking Sandals For Men of 2024
Best Hiking Sandals For Men of 2024
Our trail-tested hiking sandal recommendations go the distance to help you find the perfect pair among our top picks for your next adventure.
Best Hiking Boots for Women of 2024
Best Hiking Boots for Women of 2024
After rigorous on-trail testing, we’ve narrowed down our list of the most comfortable, durable, and lightweight hiking boots to keep you moving on…
Best Hiking Sandals for Women of 2024
Best Hiking Sandals for Women of 2024
Whether you’re heading out for a paddle or setting off on a grand hiking adventure, your perfect pair of sandals is on our list of tested…
All Boots & Shoes Reviews Content
Men’s Brooks Cascadia 18 Review
Men’s Brooks Cascadia 18 Review
These are some of our favorites. We’ve logged over 6,000 miles in them across the CDT, PCT, and Colorado Trail.
Men’s HOKA Anacapa 2 Low GTX Review
Men’s HOKA Anacapa 2 Low GTX Review
These shoes are comfortable, waterproof, and durable. They’re perfect for medium to long hikes on established trails in all sorts of weather conditions.
Men’s Keen Targhee IV WP Review
Men’s Keen Targhee IV WP Review
These classic leather kicks are perfect for rugged, technical backcountry conditions and provide some of the best waterproofing of any hiking shoes we tested, making them ideal for wet trails and cooler weather.
Men’s Topo Athletic Ultraventure 3 Review
Men’s Topo Athletic Ultraventure 3 Review
We’ve used these shoes to scramble long Class 4 ridge traverses at 13,000’ in the Colorado Rockies, hike hundreds of miles on local trails, and even tackle half marathons.
Men’s Danner Trail 2650 Review
Men’s Danner Trail 2650 Review
These are versatile hiking shoes that are exceptionally stylish and comfortable whether you’re thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail or walking the dog to the coffee shop.
Men’s Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX Review
Men’s Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX Review
These are comfortable out of the box. Their supportive, springy midsole and stable outsoles guarantee a smooth and cushioned ride that makes them amazingly versatile.
Men’s Merrell Moab 3 Review
Men’s Merrell Moab 3 Review
These shoes offer robust, breathable performance from burly mesh and leather uppers and provide solid protection from rocks and pokey bushes.
Men’s La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Review
Men’s La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Review
With oversized toe caps, reinforced heels, aggressive lugs, and stout rock plates, these shoes are built for the high country: their exceptional traction and off-trail performance are game changers.
Men’s Hoka SpeedGoat 5 Review
Men’s Hoka SpeedGoat 5 Review
These shoes offer thick, responsive midsoles with excellent cushioning and impact absorption on rough trails. Their roomy toe box and chunky lug pattern provide top-tier traction, and fast-drying, breathable uppers make them feel breathable and airy.
Men’s Saucony Peregrine 14 Review
Men’s Saucony Peregrine 14 Review
With a responsive feel and a secure fit, these are the shoes for fast-paced activities like running, hiking, and backpacking across low deserts in May or chasing mountain summits in August.
Men’s Altra Lone Peak 8 Review
Men’s Altra Lone Peak 8 Review
See why these are some of our favorite zero-drop hiking shoes from day hikes to thru-hikes.
Best Hiking Shoes for Kids of 2024
Best Hiking Shoes for Kids of 2024
Kiddos need reliable footwear out on trail as much as adults. Check out our review of the best hiking shoes for kids so your little one can cruise along with you on your next adventure.
Hiking Boot & Shoe Soles for Grip, Traction & Different Terrains
Hiking Boot & Shoe Soles for Grip, Traction & Different Terrains
The soles of your shoes are literally where the rubber meets the trail. Learn more about what to look for in the bottoms of your hiking footwear in this in-depth article on grip, traction, and terrain.
How to Lace Hiking Boots & Shoes
How to Lace Hiking Boots & Shoes
How many ways can you tie your shoes? If you like to hike, you’ll need more than one.
How to Clean Hiking Shoes & Boots
How to Clean Hiking Shoes & Boots
In this guide, we walk you through how to take care of your footwear – so your footwear can take care of you.
Men’s La Sportiva Spire GTX Review
Men’s La Sportiva Spire GTX Review
The La Sportiva Spire GTX have received high praise in both the fastpacking and hiking worlds – but do they live up to the buzz?