Boots & Shoes Reviews
Women’s Salomon Quest 4 GTX Hiking Boot Review
Women’s Salomon Quest 4 GTX Hiking Boot Review
Published:
December 7, 2024
These boots have excellent stability, weather resistance, and durability, making them great for long hikes and backpacking trips over rugged, uneven terrain.
Men’s BOGS Bozeman Tall Winter Boot Review
Men’s BOGS Bozeman Tall Winter Boot Review
Published:
December 6, 2024
Made for hard work in demanding conditions, the BOGS Bozeman Tall is a rugged winter boot named after the cowboy town.
Men’s Sorel Caribou Winter Boot Review
Men’s Sorel Caribou Winter Boot Review
Published:
December 6, 2024
The Sorel Caribou is one of the warmest winter boots on the market, Brave the elements and look good doing it in this classic.
Men’s The North Face Chilkat V 400 Boot Review
Men’s The North Face Chilkat V 400 Boot Review
Published:
December 6, 2024
Versatile enough to use all winter long, The North Face Chilkat V 400 provides warmth and protection in cold conditions.
Men’s Blundstone Thermal Boot Review
Men’s Blundstone Thermal Boot Review
Published:
December 6, 2024
The Blundstone Thermal is a dependable winter boot with an iconic style for both casual and recreational uses.
Men’s Salomon X Ultra Snowpilot Boot Review
Men’s Salomon X Ultra Snowpilot Boot Review
Published:
December 6, 2024
The Salomon X Ultra Snowpilot blurs the line between running shoes and snow boots for protection on our all-day winter adventures.
Men’s Columbia Fairbanks winter boot Review
Men’s Columbia Fairbanks winter boot Review
Published:
December 6, 2024
Named after one of the country’s coldest cities, the Columbia Fairbanks is a great boot to take out on the town when it’s cold and snowy.
Men’s Kamik Atwater winter boot Review
Men’s Kamik Atwater winter boot Review
Published:
December 6, 2024
Durable and stylish winter boots, Kamik’s Atwater keeps your feet warm and dry whether in town or on your local trails.
Men’s KEEN Revel IV Polar Boot Review
Men’s KEEN Revel IV Polar Boot Review
Published:
December 6, 2024
A rugged winter boot, the KEEN Revel IV offers excellent warmth underneath a waterproof and breathable leather exterior
Men’s Merrell Nova 3 Thermo Boot Review
Men’s Merrell Nova 3 Thermo Boot Review
Published:
December 6, 2024
With running shoe comfort, the Merrell Nova 3 Thermos are light enough for days on the trail and stylish enough for the brewery afterward.
Women’s KEEN Targhee IV WP Hiking Boot Review
Women’s KEEN Targhee IV WP Hiking Boot Review
Published:
December 5, 2024
These hiking boots feature a roomy toe box, a secure heel band, and multi-directional lugs, making them a reliable option for moderate hiking.
CleverHiker Gear Guide
CleverHiker Gear Guide
Last Updated:
November 11, 2024
Trail-tested recommendations on the best hiking, backpacking, and camping gear for maximizing comfort, minimizing weight, and increasing smiles.
Women’s Merrell Moab 3 Review
Women’s Merrell Moab 3 Review
Published:
October 11, 2024
A no fuss shoe with comfort, durability and versatility, now even softer, grippier and more supportive.
Women’s Merrell Moab Speed 2 Review
Women’s Merrell Moab Speed 2 Review
Published:
October 11, 2024
We loved wearing this light and agile pair from Merrell on day hikes and a long-weekend backpacking trip.
Women’s Hoka Speedgoat 6 Review
Women’s Hoka Speedgoat 6 Review
Published:
October 11, 2024
This is a high-performing technical pair of trail shoes. They effectively make you feel solid on the ground, yet light on your feet as you devour the trail before you.
Hiking Boot & Shoe Soles for Grip, Traction & Different Terrains
Hiking Boot & Shoe Soles for Grip, Traction & Different Terrains
Last Updated:
May 2, 2024
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.