Things to Consider Before Buying Winter Hiking Boots To learn more about how to choose between hiking boots for winter, I chatted with Kim Kelley, a member of REI’s virtual outfitting team. Here’s what she told me: Ankle Support
After many weeks of fun hikes I was feeling good about the Oboz Sawtooth Mid boots. The midsole in the heel had a nice spring to it which propelled me forward every step of the way, and as I started myPacific Crest Trail backpacking journeyI was eager to crush some miles. ...
406Reviews406 reviews with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars Facebook Twitter Pinterest This article is part of our series:Hiking Boot Basics Previous Article How to Choose Hiking Boots A good pair of hiking boots will take you far: to the top of summits, the bottoms of canyons and...
While hiking only requires basic gear, quality shoes tailored to the trail make all the difference. Where hearty leather boots once endured decades, innovative modern designs trade supreme longevity for featherweight builds and high-tech materials that hike better but wear faster. Savvy shoe makers u...
Trail runner-based boots tend to skew in one direction or the other—either they’re too light to support heavy loads, but feel great at speed, or they’re too overbuilt to move fast. One of the lightest high-top boots we’ve ever tried, the Ultra Ridge GTX might just be the first...
I recently took these boots on a hiking trip and was impressed by their performance. The breathable membrane kept my feet dry and comfortable, even during a sudden rainstorm. The toe guard provided added protection when navigating rocky terrain, and the outsole provided excellent traction on wet...
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is my third pair of Newton Ridge boots. I work as a park ranger in the national parks, so I wear brown hiking boots every day. These are comfortable and waterproof. I do order a slightly larger size so that I can put orthoti...
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Hiking Boots:You’ll want to invest in a good pair ofhiking boots. Your feet will thank you for it. I always buy a 1/2 to 1 size bigger, since your feet swell after a day of hiking. I recommend trying them on near the end of a day, when your feet are already swollen. ...
The momentum in hiking footwear is moving away from bulky boots toward lightweight shoes and even trail runners that are faster and more comfortable. You do lose some ankle support when carrying a heavy pack or traversing rocky trails, but the weight... Camping Gear Reviews From car camping...