Looking for a way to stay upright in icy conditions? Sure-footed traction in snow and ice allows you to carry your outdoor life into the shoulder seasons and beyond.
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Tested on ice and snow from Maine to Alaska, here’s our review of the best men’s winter boots for warmth, water resistance, fit, comfort, and traction.
We review the best men’s and women’s lightweight hiking boots for day hikes and lightweight backpacking, including the top waterproof and Gore-Tex models.
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We tested the top women’s winter boots for ice and snow from Maine to Alaska. We review the best boots for warmth, water resistance, fit, comfort and traction
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Looking for your first pair of rock climbing shoes? We tested 30 top-rated climbing shoes in the gym, crag, and bouldering to find the best rock climbing shoes for beginners and mid-level climbers, with winners from La Sportiva, Five Ten, Black Diamond and Evolv
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A great all-around trail workhorse, the Topo Terraventure 4 trail runners are durable, grippy, comfortable, and secure.
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To find the best men’s rain boots, we review 50+ waterproof boots and test the most promising work boots, commuter boots, and rubber boots for fit, traction, and performance in mud, water, and snow.
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Our testers know moisture and take the statement “waterproof” seriously. If they can’t withstand submersion in a river bank, deep puddle, or boggy mud for an hour at a time, we won’t call them waterproof.
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Our long-term review and test notes of the Hoka Sky Kaha hiking boots. It's a winner in our best hiking boots guide for fit, comfort, support and style. In this story, we do a deep dive to explain why we like them.
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An in-depth review of the Merrell Moab 3 for hiking boot based on fit, comfort, grip, breathability, cushion, and more
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We trail-tested over 25 models to put together our list of the best hiking shoes for men and women, looking at comfort, waterproofing, protection, and support.
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If your feet aren’t happy, you won’t be happy. A comfortable pair of trail running shoes is crucial for a good experience while on the trail. We'll help you find them.
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We ran 2,000 miles in 24 of the most popular trail running shoes to find the best trail running shoes for hiking and backpacking, road-to-trail running, narrow feet, wide feet, beginner trail runners, and distance running.
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In-depth, long-term review of the Hoka Speedgoat 6 running shoes for trail running, hiking, and backpacking based on cushion, comfort, traction, and more.
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Help tired feet recover with recovery shoes for runners—sandals, slides and slippers. We review passive and active recovery shoes for easing pain or plantar fasciitis
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We test approach shoes for scrambling to your climbing spot considering grip, traction, sticky rubber, packability, lightweight, and support and comfort for long hikes and gear hauls.
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Looking for that perfect trail shoe – one that's not too light and not too heavy? The Danner Trail 2650 has that just-right balance.
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In-depth review of the Xero Shoes Scrambler Mid II, and comparison to the Scrambler Mid I. We tested for waterproofing, responsiveness for these zero drop shoes.
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We tested and reviewed the best road running shoes for women to help you elevate your running experience with the best cushioning, support, and style.
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We tested the top mountain biking shoes for all riders: enduro, downhill, trail, cross country, gravel, and bikepacking. We rate the best men’s and women’s MTB shoes, whether you ride flat or clipless, lace or BOA.
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