Boots & Shoes Reviews
Best Women’s Hiking Boots of 2024
Best Women’s Hiking Boots 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 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 Winter Boots of 2024
Best Winter Boots of 2024
Get the traction you need and keep the chill off your toes with a pair of our favorite winter hiking boots. These kicks are cozier than a snow day with a side of hot cocoa.
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 Rain Boots for Men of 2024
Best Rain Boots for Men of 2024
Move through the muck with confidence in one of our picks for the best rain boots. We tested every pair to ensure they’ll keep your feet warm and dry, even in the nastiest weather.
Best Women’s Winter Boots of 2024
Best Women’s Winter Boots of 2024
We’ve braved the winter chill to find top-notch boots that blend function with fashion. These winter wonders will keep you stomping away with confidence.
5 Reasons To Ditch Your Hiking Boots
5 Reasons To Ditch Your Hiking Boots
For many of us, it’s been drilled into our heads since day one that backpackers wear boots. That’s just what you do…
Are Hiking Sandals Really a Thing?
Are Hiking Sandals Really a Thing?
Hiking sandals might just be the wave of the future. Though traditional boots and shoes are still mainstays of the trail, sandals have a lot of merits that might just make you a convert.
CleverHiker Gear Guide
CleverHiker Gear Guide
Trail-tested recommendations on the best hiking, backpacking, and camping gear for maximizing comfort, minimizing weight, and increasing smiles.
Top Gear Picks of 2024
Top Gear Picks of 2024
This is where we highlight a wide range of exceptional choices, and talk about our personal favorites.
Reader Response: New Shoes, Same Blisters, What Gives?
Reader Response: New Shoes, Same Blisters, What Gives?
Below is an email from a reader I received this week. Den from Berkshire, UK brings up a problem I hear about all the time, so I thought I’d share my response. Also, if you want more info on the hiking boots vs. running shoes debate, check out my article 5 Reasons To Ditch Your Hiking Boots. A big thanks to Den for the great question!