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Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2025
A hiker standing on a rock wearing the HOKA Speedgoat 6 trail running shoes with a beautiful view of craggy mountain peaks in the background at high altitude.

Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2025

We’ve hiked thousands of miles in the best hiking shoes available to see which ones gained the most traction with our team of experts…
Best Hiking Shoes for Women of 2025
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Best Hiking Shoes for Women of 2025

Looking for the most comfortable, durable women’s hiking shoes around? Our team of experts tested dozens of the most promising pairs over thousands…
Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2025
Knee-down view of a hiker walking a ridge in the Cascade Mountains in the Men's Salomon Quest 4 GTX hiking boots

Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2025

We set out to find the most comfortable, durable, and supportive hiking boots available. After logging hundreds of trail miles ourselves, these top…
Best Hiking Sandals For Men of 2025
A hiker in the Chaco Z/1 Classic sandals resting on mossy tree roots overhanging a creek

Best Hiking Sandals For Men of 2025

Our trail-tested hiking sandal recommendations go the distance to help you find the perfect pair among our top picks for your next adventure.
Best Hiking Boots for Women of 2025
Waist-down view of a hiker taking a rest break by sitting on some rocks in the La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX boots with rocky, high-desert clifs in the background.

Best Hiking Boots for Women of 2025

After rigorous on-trail testing, we’ve narrowed down our list of the most comfortable, durable, and lightweight hiking boots to keep you moving on…
Best Hiking Sandals for Women of 2025
A hiker posing on a rock in the women's Chaco Z/1 Classic Sandals

Best Hiking Sandals for Women of 2025

Whether you’re heading out for a paddle or setting off on a grand hiking adventure, your perfect pair of sandals is on our list of tested…

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Black Diamond Distance Spike Traction Device Review
A hiker runs on snowy ground with a pair of ice cleats on a desert background.

Black Diamond Distance Spike Traction Device Review

Published: April 4, 2025
For the most serious winter trail-runners, these lightweight and aggressive cleats provide confident traction on steep and challenging terrain.
Kahtoola MICROspikes Traction Device Review
A hiker walks away from the camera on a frozen lake while wearing a pair of ice cleats.

Kahtoola MICROspikes Traction Device Review

Published: April 4, 2025
Thanks to their affordability, user friendliness, and firm traction, these spikes earned ‘best overall hiking spikes’ on our list.
Kahtoola EXOspikes Traction Device Review

Kahtoola EXOspikes Traction Device Review

Published: April 4, 2025
Ditch the spikes that you constantly constantly take on and off and equip yourself with these babies for the entire trail.
Hillsound Trail Crampon Traction Device Review
A hiker pulls on a pair of ice spikes against a snowy, rocky background.

Hillsound Trail Crampon Traction Device Review

Published: April 4, 2025
If you need serious traction on trail, these bad boys can tackle it all – from steep, snowy slopes to icy ridge scrambles.
Kahtoola NANOspikes Traction Device Review
A person runs away from the camera on a frozen lake wearing a pair of ice cleats.

Kahtoola NANOspikes Traction Device Review

Published: April 4, 2025
Whether you’re on a casual dog walk or training for a marathon, these cleats provide just the right amount of extra traction on ice and packed snow.
Kahtoola K10 Hiking Crampons Review
A hiker kneels in snow, showing the bottom of his foot wearing an aggressive trail crampon.

Kahtoola K10 Hiking Crampons Review

Published: April 4, 2025
These trail crampons are a great intro to mountaineering gear at a fraction of the price. Their giant spikes and rigid design gives you the confidence you need on steep icy terrain.
Yaktrax Chains Traction Device Review
A hiker showing the bottom of his shoe which has an ice cleat caked with snow.

Yaktrax Chains Traction Device Review

Published: April 4, 2025
This budget buy provides the traction you need for casual winter outings on the trails around town. These cleats are tough on ice but gentle on your wallet.
Yaktrax Diamond Grip Traction Device Review
A hiker looks away from the camera on a frozen lake while wearing a backpack with ice cleats attached to the outside.

Yaktrax Diamond Grip Traction Device Review

Published: April 4, 2025
These lightweight, low-profile, snow-shedding machines are a great budget buy for confident trail to town traction. The innovative steel bead design sets them apart from other traction devices
Best Winter Ice Cleats & Traction Devices 2025
A hiker wearing the Hillsound Flexsteps with trail running shoes

Best Winter Ice Cleats & Traction Devices 2025

Last Updated: April 1, 2025
Whether you’re trekking in the depths of winter or traversing north-facing slopes in spring, a pair of traction devices offers surefootedness and peace of mind in slick conditions.
Best Hiking Shoes for Women of 2025
A person sitting on an overlook with a beautiful scene in the background, with a focus on her hiking shoes.

Best Hiking Shoes for Women of 2025

Last Updated: April 1, 2025
Looking for the most comfortable, durable women’s hiking shoes around? Our team of experts tested dozens of the most promising pairs over thousands…
Women’s Xero Shoes Scrambler Low Trail WP Review
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Women’s Xero Shoes Scrambler Low Trail WP Review

Published: March 31, 2025
This shoe is designed with barefoot and minimalist hikers in mind, for those days when weather protection is necessary.
Women’s Saucony Peregrine 15 Review
A trail runner runs along a rocky wooded trail in a pair of Saucony shoes.

Women’s Saucony Peregrine 15 Review

Last Updated: March 27, 2025
This non-fussy, light, fast, and breathable shoe will provide maximum performance for a wide array of runners and hikers on a variety of trails.
Women’s Topo Ultraventure 4 Review
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Women’s Topo Ultraventure 4 Review

Published: March 27, 2025
This is a lightweight, comfy, and breathable shoe perfect for any trail that requires excellent grip and increased cushion. Those with larger or wider feet will especially appreciate its roomy toe box.
Women’s Altra Lone Peak 9 Review
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Women’s Altra Lone Peak 9 Review

Last Updated: March 24, 2025
Lace up and go farther with this versatile shoe. With a refined ripstop mesh upper, grippy outsole, and responsive midsole, and a roomy toe box and zero-drop design, it’s perfect for thru-hikers and trail runners alike.
Women’s Sorel Caribou Winter Boot Review
A person snowshoeing while wearing the Sorel boots in the woods.

Women’s Sorel Caribou Winter Boot Review

Published: February 7, 2025
Looking for the perfect boot to shovel snow or go sledding? Then these might be for you! They have many different features to keep feet dry on snowy days. We find them to be a bit clunky, but they have such great durability that they are worth the price.
Women’s Columbia Ice Maiden II Winter Boot Review
A close up of a person wearing the Ice Maiden boots in the snow.

Women’s Columbia Ice Maiden II Winter Boot Review

Published: February 7, 2025
One of our top choices for casual use in the winter, this boot is light on the feet with an affordable price tag. While water resistance, warmth, and traction are a bit lacking, it still gets the job done for short excursions in the snow.
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