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.
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.
‘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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
’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.
A First: Running Shoes Made From ‘Algae Foam’
By using algae instead of standard foam, producing these shoes helps the environment.
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.
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.
Testing The Lightest MTB Shoe In The World
At $400 a pair, this pro-level MTB shoe from Specialized costs about $21 an ounce.
Vibram’s Custom RV Will Resole Your Boots For Cheap
Two cobblers in a custom fitted RV are touring the west coast, re-soleing shoes with any of Vibram’s 30-plus available sole designs.
Robots Will Build Salomon’s First Custom Shoe
Salomon today announced a new method of manufacturing that will allow the brand to make custom running shoes for the general public, and build them on site.
Altra’s First ‘Smart Shoe’ Will Change The Way You Run
Years in development, Utah-based Altra adds a set of sensors to one of its flagship shoes. We ran 40 miles for a first review.
Future Kicks: Adidas’ Latest Shoe ‘Grown With Light’
Adidas will soon use projected light to “grow” a running shoe midsole from liquid resin and oxygen. The shoe will be widely available, with more than 100,000 produced.
The ABC’s Of Foot Care On The Trail
Whether you’re day-hiking or thru-hiking, proper foot care is essential to an enjoyable trail experience. Keep your feet happy for the long-haul with these five tips.
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PrimaLoft Expands Aerogel Insulation For Fall
Aerogel is almost weightless and humanity’s best-known insulator. A new product from Primaloft brings this wonder substance to the outdoors industry.
One Shoe For Every Adventure: Astral TR1 Mesh
The Astral TR1 aims to be one shoe for running, biking, hiking, and paddling. Can it live up to the challenge?
First Look: ‘Outdry Extreme’ Waterproof Running Shoes
Waterproof on the outside, the Caldorado II Outdry Extreme stands alone as the first trail running shoe with a permanent beading surface.
In The Spotlight: Scarpa Brand Profile
Ski boots to trail-running shoes, SCARPA pushes the envelope on mountain footwear.
Nucleo High GTX: La Sportiva ‘Most Breathable’ Boot
La Sportiva says its Gore-Tex Surround and a ‘macro membrane’ make the waterproof Nucleo High GTX its most breathable boot yet.
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First Look: Altra ‘Toothy’ King MT Trail-Running Shoe
Traction is not for want on a new shoe from Altra. The King MT is the brand’s toothiest trail shoe to date.
First Look: Crescent Moon EVA Foam Snowshoes
Run through snow on lightweight, curved foam snowshoes.
Review: Mukluks Made For Coldest Places On Planet
We tested Steger Designs’ Yukon Jack mukluks this month in the dank cold of a Minnesota winter. The boots are modeled after footwear worn long ago by Arctic tribes.
First Look: Vasque Lost 40 Boot Is ‘Modern Mukluk’
A hybrid mukluk, these boots have a Vibram sole and modern add-ons like softshell synthetic material and aerogel insulation in the sole.
American-Made Gear: Sandal-Maker Takes 2017 Prize
A resurgence in the domestic manufacturing of outdoors gear has prompted an industry award.
First Look: Yaktrax Summit ‘Traction Device’ For Ice
These new spike-equipped Yaktrax Summit ‘devices’ are made for flat ice and steep hillsides.
Secret Tech: Saucony Winter-Running Shoe Review
We took Saucony’s RAZOR ICE+ shoes, with Vibram’s secret slip-resistant Arctic Ice sole, for a stroll… and a sprint.
First Look: Saucony RAZOR ICE+ Winter Running Shoes
Are you a winter runner? We test a new gaiter-equipped, ground-gripping shoe that Saucony touts can ‘make ice obsolete.’