Footwear

100-Year-Old Mountaineering Boot Brand Launches Casual Hiking, Everyday Footwear

From a cobbler shop to the highest peaks in the world, LOWA’s history reflects the growth of mountaineering and hiking over the last 100 years.

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Pair of Trail-to-Town Hiking Boots From LOWA!

This week, two lucky winners will receive a pair of LOWA Malta GTX Mid hiking boots for everyday hikes and travel adventures.

Triple Crown Hiker ‘Akuna’ Robinson Shares Trail Advice, His Next Adventures

Will ‘Akuna’ Robinson found salvation through hiking. Since then, he’s earned the Triple Crown and built a following around his good-vibes attitude.

‘On’ Reveals First-Ever Shoe Made From Carbon Emissions: CloudPrime

The Swiss outdoor company debuts ‘CloudPrime,’ a running shoe made with carbon entirely pulled from the air.

Written by Will Brendza September 21, 2022

Merrell Updates Its Flagship Moab Boot With New Materials, Keeps the Ride

The latest version of the Moab maintains the hiking boot’s emphasis on cushion and support.

Red Wing Throwbacks on Sale: Shop Limited-Edition ‘Same Old’ Classics

Boots both old and not-that-old make a comeback with Red Wing’s latest campaign of vintage-themed wares.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 13, 2022

A Monster Shoe for Mountain Terrain: La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Trail Runner Review

Trail running shoes have to do a little bit of everything. They need to be light but also heavy-duty enough to stand up to rough…

Written by David Young September 13, 2022

Robbie Balenger ‘Outruns’ a Tesla Over 242 Miles in Texas Heat

Who would willingly enter into an endurance competition against an electric car? Well, Robbie Balenger, of course.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 06, 2022

After Pandemic Shutdown, Vasque Reopens Online Shopping

When COVID-19 wrecked markets, many brands turned to e-commerce. Vasque went the other direction; now, the boot maker goes back online.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 02, 2022

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Pair of Trail 2650 From Danner!

This week, three lucky winners will a pair of Danner’s 2650 Trail Shoes to bring air and comfortability to their next trail adventure or training…

Fast, Fly, and Speedy for Short Distances: HOKA Zinal Trail Runner Review

The HOKA Zinal shoe is made for shorter distance trail runs, but doesn’t skimp on support or comfort.

Written by Mattie Schuler August 25, 2022

Run, Bike, Hike: Bombas Makes Socks & Apparel for Different Sports

Bombas makes performance socks for running, biking, hiking, and more. And did you know the brand also makes shirts and underwear?

Reebok Nano X2 Adventure Review: A Fitness-Turned-Outdoor Trainer

The Nano X2 Adventure from Reebok takes you from the gym, to the trails, to the road — all in one shoe.

Written by Mattie Schuler August 22, 2022

Altra Torin 6 Review: A Light & Comfortable Zero-Drop Training Shoe

I’m currently training for a 10-mile race with 5,000 feet of elevation. And the Torin 6 road runner from Altra is my new go-to for…

Written by Mattie Schuler August 19, 2022

The Shoes Helping Me Stay Injury-Free: Asics Gel Kayano 29 Road to Trail Review

When I need a new running shoe, I look for something that fits well, provides adequate support, performs well on different terrains, and looks good.

Written by Rebecca Parsons August 18, 2022

Tenaya Indalo Review: The Mastia’s Big Brother Is Pointy, Powerful, and Precise

The long-awaited Tenaya Indalo is the ideal candidate for long and complex routes with multiple angles and hold types.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss August 17, 2022

La Sportiva TX2 EVO Shoe: A Novel ‘Approach’ for Speed, Distance

The La Sportiva TX2 EVO looks like a casual run shoe, but’s an airy approach shoe designed to fit more securely. What’s more, it can…

SCARPA Mago: Version 3.0 Is Sleek, Stable, and Ready to Shred the Steeps

The first SCARPA Mago was launched in 2007. The third version continues to perform at the highest levels, especially on the steeps.

Written by Matt Samet August 04, 2022

HOKA Asked, We Answered: What Gets Us to the Starting Line

HOKA asked five of our staff members about their motivation to hit the trails. Some run competitively; others do it to clear their head and…

McLaren & APL Launch HySpeed Supercar-Inspired Sneaker

McLaren and APL pair up to make you a new pair of luxury shoes based around the strongest attributes of each company.

Written by Evan Williams August 02, 2022

Mt. Rainier, Glacier, Banff & More: Swiftwick Expands National Park Socks

Show off your national park pride with Swiftwick’s colorful new sock designs. Never-before-featured parks include Glacier, Death Valley, and Mt. Rainier.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 02, 2022

Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 Review: A Favorite for Fast, Long, Technical Trail Running

The Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 trail running shoes are lightweight, all-around trail runners that excel in versatility and grip. They’re at home moving fast…

Written by Sam Schild July 28, 2022

Hiking in Sandals Isn’t New, But the Chaco ‘Canyonland’ Sneaker Is

The all-new adventure sneaker from Chaco Footwear prioritizes breathability, support, versatility, and water readiness.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 28, 2022

HOKA Bondi 8 Review: Big, Bold, Comfortable, and Cleaner Aesthetic

I’ll be perfectly blunt: of all the HOKA running shoes, the Bondi has historically been one of my least favorite. It’s not a bad shoe,…

Written by Cory Smith July 22, 2022

Chacos on the Fly: The ‘Fit for Adventure’ Chaco Bus Tour Delivers

Whether your sandals need a refresh or you just want a fresh pair, the Chaco bus tour offers a one-of-a-kind brand experience in your neighborhood.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 15, 2022

Danner Recurve Hunting Boot Review: 2 Years of Use & Abuse

The Danner Recurve is a midweight, pliable hunting boot fit for high mountains and big miles. They impressed me during two hunting seasons.

Written by Sean McCoy July 14, 2022

Ultimate Upper From Bio-Dyneema: Norda 001 RZ Shoe Review

We have long been fans of Dyneema composite fabrics. Our love affair began with Hyperlite backpacks, tents, stuff sacks and then jackets. So once we…

Written by Chelsey Magness & Jason Magness July 13, 2022

Is This the Ultimate Road to Trail Shoe? Altra Timp 4 Review

I have been an avid runner for nearly two decades and while I’ll run anywhere, trails are my M.O. They’re more challenging, more scenic, and…

Written by Rebecca Parsons July 08, 2022

Terrein Hiking Boots Use ‘Mini Pistons’ to Prevent Ankle Injuries

Many outdoor companies talk about ‘technology’ when describing shoes, but BetterGuards might be among the first to add actual machinery.

Written by Andrew McLemore July 05, 2022

One of the Best Zero-Drop Trail Runners: Altra Lone Peak 6.0 Review

The Lone Peak 6.0 from Altra is the new standard in zero-drop trail running shoes. They perform in rugged terrain in ways that were unexpected.

Written by Josh Kirchner June 29, 2022

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