
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.
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.
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.
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.
SponsoredThe La Sportiva Testarossa was one of the first aggressive rock shoes. With the 2.0 version, it gets a complete makeover.
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!
SponsoredRanging 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.
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.
SponsoredWe 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.
SponsoredThe 2019 FuelCell line promises a better (and faster) running experience. We tested the first shoe released from this New Balance line, the FuelCell Rebel.
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 ONE ONE’s renowned trail runner receives some key updates based on athlete feedback.
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.
Ski boot company Tecnica expands into mountain running with a thermo-moldable trail-running shoe. We got a first look review of the Origin.
Four new shoes mark Black Diamond’s entry into everyday footwear for both technical and casual pursuits.
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.
SponsoredGo farther and catch bigger fish. The Korkers DarkHorse wading boot gives anglers a light, durable, versatile boot for wading deep in the backcountry.
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.
SponsoredThe 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.
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.
SponsoredThe Caprine is unlike any other Danner shoe on the market. It uses modern styling, plenty of knit, and leather accents.
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.
SponsoredIt’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.
The Vasque St. Elias FG GTX is made of full-grain leather, breaks in quickly, and serves up all-day comfort.
La Sportiva engineered the Pyramid GTX hiking boot as a jack of all trades. It aimed to build a breathable, durable boot with enough stability to support moderate loads.
SponsoredHOKA ONE ONE recently released its SKY collection. Most know HOKA for its high-cushion, low-drop running shoes. Meet the brand’s speed-hiking boots.
SponsoredLeaning heavily on Kenya’s running culture, the Enda Lapatet boasts solid specs. But the real story rests in this shoe’s ‘soul.’
Do your run for doughnuts? No judgment here! You can now wear your love for our favorite post-morning-run snack on your Saucony Kinvara 10 shoe.
Gucci’s latest closed-toe sandal has us wondering: What are those?!
Altra natural footwear fans (and soon-to-be-converts) can pick up a pair of Escalante road runners for over half off. And just in time for spring marathon training.
The SKY Arkali from HOKA ONE ONE is a shoe like no other. Velcro ankle straps, grippy rubber, and HOKA’s signature plush foam combine in one of the most futuristic trail shoes we’ve seen.
Whether you’re just joining the barefoot shoe revolution or looking for a better pair for racing and everyday wear, the Vivobarefoot Magna Trail FG provides style, comfort, and versatility — for a price.
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