Related reading:How to Choose Hiking Boots Methodology We asked more than 40 co-op members from around the country to hit the trails and to put our favorite hiking boots sold at REI through their paces. They hiked and hiked and hiked and hiked some more, tallying more than a thousand mil...
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. ...
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 A common misconception is that the upper of a hiking boot helps prevent ankle rolling. Unfortunately, the uppe...
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...
One of the first features you’ll notice is the lacing system. In the past I’ve had difficulty keeping tension in the right places with mid-height hiking boots, but the Quest 4D 3 GTX has solved this for me. Right near the ankle there’s a nice, deep-set eyelet to ensure you get...
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. ...
It’s important to make sure that your fall hiking socks aren’tsocushy that they cause your boots to fit too snug, which can decrease your circulation and cause your feet to get cold. We highly recommend that you bring at least one pair of extra socks on your fall hikes to change int...
If you’re already sold on hiking boots and are just trying to decide,take a look at these brands– I can’t recommend a specific model because this is one item for which one size does not fit all. In fact, although these links are here for your convenience, if you have problem feet...
But most of the trail was snowed over, and Seester didn’t bring boots. So we just watched the magpies a bit, and went on our way. ‘Bye, Wyoming–ya done right by us. Not saying I want to LIVE there…but it is beautiful. Along our route, Utah plays the tiniest part: Taken ...
First up was some hiking. We broke the journey to Avila at the Fuenfria valley and walked up into the hills. There was still snow on the ground and as we gained height, I regretted not having any of those spikey things with me to slip over my boots. We didn’t see much in the ...