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.
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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.
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.
The Gear I Used for My 1st Ultramarathon
Ultramarathons don’t require all that much gear, but they do require a little, and each piece is extremely important. I used this gear to tackle a run beyond 26.2 miles.
Tecnica ‘Origin’ Review: The 1st Moldable Trail-Running Shoe Tested
Ski boot company Tecnica expands into mountain running with a thermo-moldable trail-running shoe. We got a first look review of the Origin.
Black Diamond Enters ‘Performance Footwear’ With Approach, Lifestyle Shoes
Four new shoes mark Black Diamond’s entry into everyday footwear for both technical and casual pursuits.
Chaco Marks 30 Years With Free Z/Sandals and Stories You’ve Never Heard
The Chaco original outdoor sandal set the tone for an adventurous life. Join us in cheering a brand that has made an indelible impression in the sand, dirt, waves, and wilds.
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Korkers DarkHorse Is a Do-All Wading Boot: Review
Go farther and catch bigger fish. The Korkers DarkHorse wading boot gives anglers a light, durable, versatile boot for wading deep in the backcountry.
Pro Training Tips for Trail Running on Tricky Terrain
Anton Krupicka, one of the best mountain runners in the business, tells us how he runs on technical, rocky, and gnarly trails. Follow these tips to improve your trail-running game.
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Our Favorite Hiking Shoe of 2019 Is on Sale: Salomon X Ultra Aero
The Salomon X Ultra Aero beat out dozens of shoes to claim the spot as Best Hiking Shoe of 2019. And now it’s on sale.
Backcountry’s Big Memorial Day Sale: Up to 50% Off 100+ Products
Arc’teryx, The North Face, Salomon, and more respectable brands are on sale for Backcountry’s Memorial Day sale. With discounts as deep as 50 percent, this is one sale you won’t want to miss.
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Danner Releases Its Most Urban Shoe Yet, the Caprine
The Caprine is unlike any other Danner shoe on the market. It uses modern styling, plenty of knit, and leather accents.
Whitewater Revival: 4 Far-Reaching Projects Changing Rivers for the Better
Did you know Chaco supports the largest whitewater park in the U.S.? How about the National Park Service or a speed record at the Grand Canyon? Here are four notable Chaco-backed river projects.
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Nike ‘Grass’ Shoe Made for Golfers, Sneakerheads
It’s made for golf, but we couldn’t help but cover Nike’s latest shoe, which has a natural aesthetic rarely seen in the footwear world.
