Brooks is best known in the trail running world for their Cascadia (below), a beloved shoe among both runners and thru-hikers that's now in its 17th generation. But the modern Catamount 3 here offers a whole different take on a trail runner, with a nimble design built to take on modera...
Trail running shoes are renowned for this while finding a balance between fast movement and comfort over rocky terrain.Owing to their material, these shoes don’t last as long as heavier boots.Mid-weightMidweight hiking boots are the perfect compromise for hikers looking to save on weight but ...
Hiking shoes are a great lightweight alternative to hiking boots when you want more mobility. Consider these low-top models from Merrell, Altra, Salomon, and Hoka.
Running gaiters are lighter and less bulky than traditional gaiters for hiking and mountaineering. They only cover the top of the shoe and ankle. They tend to be water-resistant rather than waterproof, making them more breathable. If your trail running takes you off the trail or through mud,...
Still a young company, Altra Running has managed to shake up the running market with a compelling lineup of zero-drop shoes. Their Lone Peak trail runner is the current darling of the thru-hiking and ultralight backpacking communities, while the Torin 4.5 Plush here shares many of its attribu...
Best Overall Hiking Shoes:HOKA Speedgoat 5 Trail-Running Shoes Most Comfortable Hiking Shoes:adidas Terrex Free Hiker GORE-TEX 2.0 Low Hiking Shoes Best Hiking Shoes for Technical Terrain:Salomon X Ultra 4 GORE-TEX Hiking Shoes Best Hiking Shoes for Thru-Hiking:Altra Lone Peak 8 ...
Trail running shoes are the most popular footwear on-trail these days, which may lead you to think traditional hiking boots are on the way out. Our big test this year suggests something different: Most of the 41 models we tested proved emphatically that proper hiking boots and shoes make bac...
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running shoes. Lisa’s written about gear of all kinds for numerous national magazines as both an editor and freelancer, including a stint as the Shoes & Gear blogger and trail running microsite editor forRunner’s World.A high school jumper and occasional sprinter/hurdler, she started running...
Best Waterproof Hiking Shoes for Women:Nike Pegasus Trail 4 Gore-tex Best Lightweight Hiking Shoes for Women:adidas Terrex Free Hiker Gore-tex Best Walking Hiking Shoes for Women:adidas Eastrail 2.0 Mid Rain.Rdy Best Trail Running Hiking Shoes for Women:Nike Wildhorse 7 ...