Boots & Shoes Reviews
Men’s Keen Targhee IV WP Review
Men’s Keen Targhee IV WP Review
Last Updated:
January 20, 2025
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 HOKA Anacapa 2 Low GTX Review
Men’s HOKA Anacapa 2 Low GTX Review
Last Updated:
January 20, 2025
These shoes are comfortable, waterproof, and durable. They’re perfect for medium to long hikes on established trails in all sorts of weather conditions.
Women’s New Balance Fresh Foam X Trail More v3 Review
Women’s New Balance Fresh Foam X Trail More v3 Review
Published:
January 20, 2025
Taking cushioning to new heights, these shoes are designed to not just protect your feet from trail debris, but raise them above it while still maintaining a minimal 4 mm drop.
Women’s Altra Lone Peak 9 Waterproof Mid Review
Women’s Altra Lone Peak 9 Waterproof Mid Review
Published:
January 20, 2025
Lightweight, waterproof, and breathable, these boots offer the perfect balance of flexibility and protection for fast-and-light adventures on any trail.
Women’s Oboz Bridger WP Review
Women’s Oboz Bridger WP Review
Published:
January 20, 2025
Durable, supportive boots with rugged traction and stiff construction, these boots are perfect for backpacking with a heavy pack or tackling rough trails.
Men’s Oboz Katabatic LT LOW GTX Review
Men’s Oboz Katabatic LT LOW GTX Review
Last Updated:
January 20, 2025
A lightweight hiking shoe with a rock plate and GORE-TEX protection, the Oboz Katabatic LT is nimble on all terrain.
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 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 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.
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 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.
Top Gear Picks of 2025
Top Gear Picks of 2025
Last Updated:
January 1, 2025
This is where we highlight a wide range of exceptional choices, and talk about our personal favorites.
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 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