Top Brands Unveil Limited-Edition Running Shoe Designs
In anticipation of prestigious fall races like the NYC Marathon and Ironman, many footwear brands create specially designed models inspired by the race locales.
Earn a Sports Product Management Master’s From Anywhere
The University of Oregon’s Master’s of Science in Sports Product Management is now available online as a flexible 24-month hybrid program.
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Fastest Barefoot Shoe? Xero ‘Speed Force’ Review
Xero notes it’s the brand’s ‘lightest, most minimalist, closest-to-barefoot performance shoe yet.’ It weighs about 5.8 ounces in a men’s size 9 and has a removable sock liner for anyone wanting to make the minimal shoe even closer to the ground.
REI End-of-Season Clearance: Up to 50% Off Patagonia, TNF
REI’s end-of-season clearance sale means huge discounts on high-quality gear. Snag these deals from October 11 to 14 and save up to 50 percent off big-name brands.
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Normcore Goes Hardcore: Adidas Revamps Iconic Stan Smith Tennie With GTX
The basic white leather sneaker that put adidas on the tennis shoe map beefs up for winter with GORE-TEX tech. But … why?
Crispi Colorado GTX Boot Review: A Great Early-Season Option for Hunters
This season, I was fortunate enough to take the new Crispi Colorado GTX for a spin. Here’s my take on this rugged and comfortable boot.
College Students: How to Keep Outdoor Gear Organized in Your Dorm
Kids and not-so kids alike are back at school this month. The adventure-minded college-bound would do well to heed these pointers on keeping their room, and their gear, in tip-top shape.
First Look: Merrell’s ‘Sustainable’ Collaboration Contains Algae
The Agility Synthesis is a popular Merrell trail-running shoe. This week, the outdoor brand teamed up with brewer Dogfish Head on a more sustainable version.
I Ran 10 Miles on the Salt Flats to Test ASICS’ New GlideRide Shoes
ASICS came up with a novel proving ground for its GlideRide running shoes: the Bonneville Salt Flats. Reporter Brian Metzler put them to the test in this surreal environment.
Running Expert Explores History of Shoes in Newest Book
Running guru Brian Metzler just announced the release of his latest book, ‘Kicksology,’ which dives deep into the subject of running shoes.
Screaming Deals: Outdoor Gear Savings of the Week
This week’s screaming deals highlight the the Merrell Trail Glove 4, Patagonia Woolyester Fleece, Rylo Action Camera, and more.
Watch: Built Like a Hiking Boot, Fast as a Sneaker
Durable, aggressive, and lightweight, the Merrell Zion hiker has the flexibility to be the only boot you need from home to outdoor escape.
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HOKA EVO Speedgoat Review: Cushy Gets Faster
If you know and love the venerable HOKA ONE ONE Speedgoat, the EVO Speedgoat should be on your radar for your next trail-running shoe purchase.
Merrell Zion: Sneaker Soul, Hiking Goal
Durable, aggressive, and lightweight, the Merrell Zion hiker has the flexibility to be the only boot you need from home to outdoor escape.
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Boreal Dharma Review: All-Around Climbing Shoe With an Amazing Fit
A great fit and incredible heel round out a high-performance, all-around sport climbing shoe.
Watch: Merrell Celebrates Race Day Volunteers With New Shoe, Short Film
Merrell’s latest trail runner — the Bare Access XTR Sweeper — is named for the behind-the-scene folks making race day work. They cheer, they support, and, most specifically, they leave our trails better than they found them.
HOKA Launches Lighter, Faster ‘EVO’ Speedgoat Race Shoe
HOKA ONE ONE updates its popular Speedgoat 3 trail shoe with EVO tech to ‘win races and set records.’
Nike Sparks Controversy With ‘Plastic Bead’ Shoes
For many environmentalists, microplastics are public enemy No. 1. And Nike’s newest shoe platform, Joyride, has literally thousands of them.
How to Choose the Best Trail-Running Shoes: A No-Bull Guide
Check out our quick guide on how to buy and choose the best trail-running shoes for you. It’s got lots of info, few words, and no marketing jargon.
Altra Vanish XC Review: Fast Off-Road Racer
A new spikeless cross-country shoe from Altra hits the trifecta of performance, comfort, and speed. The company punts on subtle (but effective) design tweaks to a classic off-road design.
La Sportiva Trango Tech GTX Boot: 5 Features Alpinists and Hikers Get
To make the new Trango Tech GTX all-mountain boot perfectly versatile, La Sportiva leaned on active mountaineers for feedback on every aspect of fit and functionality. The result is a boot meant to bridge the gap between mountaineering and backpacking.
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La Sportiva Testarossa 2.0 Review: An Aggressive Shoe for Steep Climbing
The La Sportiva Testarossa was one of the first aggressive rock shoes. With the 2.0 version, it gets a complete makeover.
Free Gear Fridays: Win the KEENs of Your Dreams
This week, we’re giving away a free pair of KEENs. If you win, you get to choose a pair of sandals, shoes, boots, or any other style you want. Enter now for your chance to win!
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Best of ICAST 2019: Top Fishing Apparel, Shoes, Waders, and More
Ranging from high-tech sunwear to new wading boot technology and dry packs that easily transition into the office, the lifestyle gear at ICAST just keeps getting more technical.
Best Running Shoes for Women in 2019
Looking for the best women’s running shoes? We’ve tested the best shoes for road running, trail running, and barefoot runs in 2019. Plus, we’ve got a buyer’s guide with helpful tips for better shoe shopping.
KEEN Summer Sale: Mega Shoe Savings
From heavy-duty hiking boots to ultrapackable sandals, KEEN is known for making adventure-ready shoes. And for a limited time, you can save big.
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Merrell Choprock: Built for the Trail, Ready for the Water
As summer temps rise, there’s nothing better than spending a day near the water. Luckily, the Merrell Choprock is a trail-ready shoe built for aquatic adventures.
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Chaco Repairs: Watch How Your Sandals Get a New Life
We traveled to Grand Rapids, Michigan, home of Chaco’s custom print shop and repair facility, to see step by step how the brand repairs and resoles old sandals.
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New Balance FuelCell Rebel Review: Fast, Futuristic Running Shoe
The 2019 FuelCell line promises a better (and faster) running experience. We tested the first shoe released from this New Balance line, the FuelCell Rebel.
Used & Abused Shoes: Raidlight Responsiv Dynamic Crushes Gnarliest Trails
From 24-hour mountain relays up mud-caked slopes to dusty weekend trail runs, the Raidlight Responsiv Dynamic shoes take it all in stride.
HOKA Speedgoat Adds Widths, GORE-TEX for 2020
HOKA ONE ONE’s renowned trail runner receives some key updates based on athlete feedback.