Footwear

Top Gear Picks From Alaskan Heli-Ski Guides

The mountains are calling and, damn, that deep powder in the Alaskan mountain ranges sure does call the loudest.

Written by Emma Renly March 31, 2020

Arc’teryx Norvan LD 2 Review: No-Bullshit Trail Shoe for Varied Terrain

Like many runners, I’m a loyalist. I found my favorite shoe, the Speedgoat, years ago. And despite many opportunities to test other brands, I’ve stubbornly…

Written by Andy Cochrane March 30, 2020

How to Buy Local (and Score a Deal) During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Keep mom-and-pop gear shops in business and get great deals when you buy from specialty retailers that have shuttered their shops but are still shipping.

Written by Berne Broudy March 27, 2020

Free Shoes: KEEN Is Giving Away 100,000 Pairs to Those in Need

Send positive vibes and some rugged kicks to an individual or family ‘on the front lines’ or ‘at home fighting through the crisis.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 19, 2020

HOKA Cavu 3 Review: Responsive Trainer for the Running Masses

A new road-running shoe for spring 2020, HOKA ONE ONE’s Cavu 3 updates a popular road runner with a more responsive midsole.

Written by Mary Murphy March 13, 2020

We Just Tried TNF’s Most ‘Advanced Mountaineering Kit’ Yet

The North Face introduced the Advanced Mountaineering Kit at the Outdoor Retailer show last month, and it blew our minds. We got a first look…

Written by Sean McCoy March 13, 2020

BFGoodrich Introduces Techy, Grippy Fishing Shoe for Men

If any industry knows what it’s like for the rubber to meet the road — or any other surface — it’s the tire industry. BFGoodrich…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri March 12, 2020

New Gear Showcase: HOKA ONE ONE Speedgoat 4

HOKA calls its fourth-edition Speedgoat ‘badass on every trail.’

Written by Sponsored Post March 10, 2020

Off-Trail Running Shoes Add Twin Metal Spikes for Grip

Targeting orienteers and runners who need lots of traction for running through natural environments, inov-8 launches metal Twin-Spike technology in its OROC 270 and OROC ULTRA…

Written by Sean McCoy March 09, 2020

HOKA’s TenNine Running Shoe Is So Specialized, It’s Not Safe for Driving or Stairs

HOKA ONE ONE released the wildest running shoe we’ve ever seen.

Written by Adam Ruggiero & Sean McCoy March 04, 2020

Out There: Famous Ultrarunner Attempts the Barkley Marathons

We all know by now that the Barkley Marathons is brutal — for amateur runners and athletes alike. But how does a world-famous ultrarunner stack…

Written by Mary Murphy February 26, 2020

The Best Marathon Running Shoes: Innovative Speed for 2020

If you’re planning to run a half-marathon or marathon in 2020 — or any road-running race, for that matter — you’d be wise to invest…

Written by Brian Metzler February 25, 2020

Rock Climbing Shoes for the 2021 Olympic Games

Shoe brands flex technology and design muscle to give Olympic rock climbers an edge.

Written by Seiji Ishii February 25, 2020

Gear Showcase: LaCrosse Navigator Series Hunting Boots

LaCrosse designed the Navigator Series boots to help hunters go farther and harder.

Written by Sponsored Post February 24, 2020

Merrell’s New Artist-Designed Trail Shoes Have a Mission: More Women Running

The shoe brand and running nonprofit, Trail Sisters, will hit the road to promote women’s participation in trail running.

Written by M.T. Elliott February 24, 2020

Beachside FKT: Running a Hawaiian Coast

Watch as ultrarunner Amanda Basham sets an FKT on the 22-mile Kalalau Trail in Kauai, Hawaii.

Written by Mary Murphy February 17, 2020

Next Big Shoe? All-Foam OOFOS Footwear Reboots for 2020

Nine years ago, OOFOS launched with a new kind of all-foam sandal made for the outdoors and beyond. The brand is doubling down to try…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 14, 2020

The Best Workout Shoes for the Gym in 2020

Our expert advice and buyer’s guide will help you find the best shoes for hitting the gym. Whether you’re looking for a shoe for a…

Written by Billy Brown February 11, 2020

Pay It Forward: Salewa Starts Giveaway for Thru-Hikers

Mountain sport brand Salewa wants to give you — and a bunch of other thru-hikers — free shoes for a year as part of its…

Written by Mary Murphy February 07, 2020

Monster Precision: Five Ten Dragon Climbing Shoe Review

A precise and oh so sticky tool for the difficult and steep, meet the vastly improved Dragon climbing shoe from Five Ten.

Written by Seiji Ishii February 04, 2020

Atomic Hawx Prime XTD Thermo-Molded Ski Boot: First Look

With a fully moldable shell and liner, Atomic says this is the one boot to rule all mountains.

Written by Berne Broudy January 29, 2020

All-Star Debut: Black Diamond Technician Approach Shoe Review

Best known for its hardgoods, Black Diamond knocks it out of the park with its first swing at everyday, performance footwear.

Written by Seiji Ishii January 22, 2020

Too Fast? This Record-Breaking Shoe May Get Banned

News sources are reporting that the controversial Nike Vaporfly is indeed an unfair advantage to runners.

Written by Mary Murphy January 15, 2020

Food Waste Footprints? Crescent Moon Adds Biodegradable Snowshoes

What if your winter sports equipment was not only recyclable but also biodegradable? With Crescent Moon’s new eco-snowshoes, your footprint could literally disappear.

Written by Mary Murphy January 15, 2020

Kenyan Runner Smashes 10K World Record

The new 10K world record by 20-year-old Rhonex Kipruto sets an unbelievably high bar.

Written by Mary Murphy January 14, 2020

Save 50%: Best Deals at REI Winter Clearance Sale

REI’s Winter Clearance offers some of the best deals of the year. Save up to 50% on winter boots, tents, jackets, and more.

Written by Sponsored Post January 13, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: HOKA Speedgoat 4 and Speedgoat 4 GTX Giveaway

This week, three lucky winners will receive their choice of a pair of Speedgoat 4 or Speedgoat 4 GTX running shoes from HOKA ONE ONE!

Written by Sponsored Post January 10, 2020

Grippy, Tenacious Running Shoe: Arc’teryx Norvan VT 2 Review

Arc’teryx gathered beta from its first-ever trail-running shoe and launched the improved Norvan VT 2 for dirt-to-rock ascents. My conclusion after testing a pair? Evolution…

Written by Morgan Tilton January 10, 2020