Footwear

From boots to barefoot-style shoes, we cover the entire footwear spectrum. Our staff runs, hikes, treks, and climbs in new footwear and shoes each week.

First Look: Thermo-Mold The Tecnica Forge Trekking Boot

The Tecnica Forge will be the first thermo-moldable hiking boot when it hits the market Spring 2018. But its innovations don't stop there. Read More...

July 21, 2017

Vibram’s Sole Factor Tour Gives Your Shoes A Second Chance

Vibram wants to resole your boots. And it'll do so for free at nearly 20 REI stores across the U.S. Read More...

July 19, 2017

First Look: Insole Giant ‘Superfeet’ Jumps Into Shoe Market

After 40 years, Superfeet—the brand renowned for insoles—decides to launch a shoe of its own. Read More...

July 17, 2017

‘Time To Play’ Giveaway: 25 Pairs Of Salomon Shoes

We've teamed up with Salomon to give out 25 pairs of their new Sense Ride trail shoes. Click here to learn how to get yours. Read More...

July 17, 2017

United Shoes Of America: Artful Kicks Reflect Each State

From sleek to stylish to outright silly, these one-off Adidas UltraBOOST X shoe designs seek to capture each state's unique character. Read More...

July 11, 2017

Boa running shoe Asics FujiRado trail running shoe review

Turn A Dial, Tighten These Asics Trail Running Shoes

Boa Technology's twist-to-tighten lacing system, a grippy sole, and sock-like liner set the Asics FujiRado apart. Read More...

July 11, 2017

Salomon Sense Ride Trail Running Shoe Review

Pro-Level Trail Shoe, Affordable Price: Salomon Sense Ride Review

The Salomon Sense Ride borrows specs from the elite S-Lab line for a familiar shoe that meets most trail running needs but doesn't break the bank. Read More...

June 30, 2017

First KEEN Boot For Women: Terradora Put To Test

KEEN’s debut hiking boot specifically for women is lightweight and looks good. We tested a pair on the trail and around town. Read More...

June 27, 2017

Boot Up: Waterproof ‘Nucleo’ High GTX Review

Aggressive tech in an unassuming package, La Sportiva Nucleo boots are waterproof and stocked with upgrades for mountains and trails. Read More...

June 27, 2017

’80s Light Hiker Reinvigorated: Jag Boot Review

Danner's Jag boots are back after a 30-year hiatus. We tested them on the trail and around town for our review. Read More...

June 5, 2017

A First: Running Shoes Made From ‘Algae Foam’

By using algae instead of standard foam, producing these shoes helps the environment. Read More...

May 30, 2017

First Look: Altra’s ‘Goldilocks’ Trail Runner

The Altra Timp hits a middle ground between the brand's minimal and super-cushy trail running offerings. In early runs, our editor found it just right. Read More...

May 25, 2017

Merrell agility peak flex trail running shoe review

Merrell’s ‘Skeleton-Inspired Lugs’ Grip Slick Trails

The Agility Peak Flex trail running shoes excel in rocky, slick, or muddy trails. We tested them more than 100 miles for this initial review. Read More...

May 17, 2017