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Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2025
Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2025
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 2025
Best Hiking Shoes for Women of 2025
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 2025
Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2025
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 2025
Best Hiking Sandals For Men of 2025
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 2025
Best Hiking Boots for Women of 2025
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 2025
Best Hiking Sandals for Women of 2025
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…
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Women’s Nike Zegama 2 Review
Women’s Nike Zegama 2 Review
Published:
January 19, 2025
With extra cushion, ZoomX foam in the midsole, and a Vibram Megagrip outsole these shoes are ideal for long days on trail, fast trots through the woods, and daily training miles.
Women’s Topo Terraventure 4 Waterproof Review
Women’s Topo Terraventure 4 Waterproof Review
Published:
January 19, 2025
Wet feet are a thing of the past thanks to the incorporation of eVent waterproof fabric into this already rockstar shoe that offers excellent traction and a sturdy build.
Women’s New Balance Fresh Foam Hierro X 8 Review
Women’s New Balance Fresh Foam Hierro X 8 Review
Published:
January 17, 2025
With extra thick cushion from the Fresh Foam X in the midsole, and an extra sticky Vibram outsole these shoes will have you bounding down the trails.
Women’s Nike Pegasus Trail 5 Review
Women’s Nike Pegasus Trail 5 Review
Published:
January 16, 2025
Fast, responsive, and perfectly cushioned, this trail runner is going to make you feel light on your feet as you zoom down the trail.
Women’s Saucony Peregrine 14 Review
Women’s Saucony Peregrine 14 Review
Published:
January 16, 2025
This non-fussy, light, fast, and breathable shoe will provide maximum performance for a wide array of runners and hikers on a variety of trails.
Women’s La Sportiva Bushido III Review
Women’s La Sportiva Bushido III Review
Published:
January 16, 2025
If tackling technical trails in the mountains is on your agenda, these rugged shoes, available in two widths, will stick to rocks and roots as well as dig into mud and dirt.
Women’s Brooks Cascadia 18 Review
Women’s Brooks Cascadia 18 Review
Published:
January 16, 2025
Made for eating technical trails for breakfast, these moderately cushioned trail runners will provide you with solid ground feel, excellent traction, and plenty of room in the toes.
Best Trail Running Shoes for Women of 2025
Best Trail Running Shoes for Women of 2025
Published:
January 11, 2025
We hit the ground running to find the best trail runners for every type of terrain. From mountain ridges to forest paths, we’ll help you find the right shoe for you.
Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2025
Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2025
Last Updated:
January 7, 2025
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…
Men’s Timberland Mt Maddsen WP Hiking Boot Review
Men’s Timberland Mt Maddsen WP Hiking Boot Review
Published:
December 20, 2024
The Timberland Mt. Maddsen WP is a hiking boot for guys who want classic leather hiking boots but don’t want to pay an arm and a leg for them
Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2025
Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2025
Last Updated:
December 20, 2024
We set out to find the most comfortable, durable, and supportive hiking boots available. After logging hundreds of trail miles ourselves, these top…
Men’s HOKA Anacapa 2 Mid GTX Review
Men’s HOKA Anacapa 2 Mid GTX Review
Published:
December 20, 2024
These shoes are for those
who want footwear that blends the comfort, weight, and agility of a trail runner with the protection of a boot.
Men’s Columbia Newton Ridge Plus 2 WP Review
Men’s Columbia Newton Ridge Plus 2 WP Review
Published:
December 20, 2024
One of the best values on our hiking boots for men guide, the Columbia Newton Ridge Plus 2 WP boot is a good choice for day hikes, new backpackers, and anyone who wants to get out on the trail with minimal investment.
Men’s Vivobarefoot Tracker Forest ESC Review
Men’s Vivobarefoot Tracker Forest ESC Review
Published:
December 20, 2024
The Vivobarefoot Tracker Forest ESC is for men who’re looking for flexible, minimalist footwear for cooler temperatures
Men’s Salomon Quest 4 GTX Review
Men’s Salomon Quest 4 GTX Review
Published:
December 17, 2024
The Salomon Quest 4 GTX is a standout choice for men who want outstanding ankle support, a durable build, and rugged, sticky soles with 4-wheel drive traction
Men’s KEEN Targhee IV Mid WP Review
Men’s KEEN Targhee IV Mid WP Review
Published:
December 17, 2024
The KEEN Targhee has been a crowd pleaser for years with its comfy, supportive fit, solid traction, and reliable weather resistance for 3-season hiking.