Hiking Gear Reviews, Expert Tips, & Trail Guides
Men’s La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Review
Men’s La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Review
Last Updated:
January 20, 2025
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 Merrell Moab 3 Review
Men’s Merrell Moab 3 Review
Last Updated:
January 20, 2025
These shoes offer robust, breathable performance from burly mesh and leather uppers and provide solid protection from rocks and pokey bushes.
Men’s Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX Review
Men’s Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX Review
Last Updated:
January 20, 2025
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 Danner Trail 2650 Review
Men’s Danner Trail 2650 Review
Last Updated:
January 20, 2025
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 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.
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.
Backpacking Sleeping Bags vs. Quilts: Which One Is Right for You?
Backpacking Sleeping Bags vs. Quilts: Which One Is Right for You?
Published:
January 3, 2025
Your sleep system is one of the most important sets of gear you can bring on any backcountry adventure. We dive into the pros and cons of sleeping bags and quilts to help you figure out what’s best for you.
A Backpacking Guide to Utah’s Uinta Mountains
A Backpacking Guide to Utah’s Uinta Mountains
Published:
January 2, 2025
Lying approximately 100 miles east of Salt Lake City, the Uinta Mountain Range is home to the highest peaks in Utah and the only major range in the contiguous United States that orients east to west.