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Women’s Columbia Minx Shorty IV Winter Boot Review
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Women’s Columbia Minx Shorty IV Winter Boot Review

Published: February 4, 2025
We love these boots for everyday use around town. Their minimal weight and comfortable build make them ideal for casual use.
Best Winter Boots for Women of 2025
All the boots we tested are lined up on top of the snow with mountains in the background.

Best Winter Boots for Women of 2025

Published: February 2, 2025
We’ve braved the winter chill to find top-notch boots that blend function with fashion. These winter wonders will keep you stomping away with confidence.
Women’s Oboz Sawtooth X WP Review
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Women’s Oboz Sawtooth X WP Review

Published: January 23, 2025
This is an ideal footwear choice for those with narrower feet who are looking for a hardy, supportive, and waterproof shoe.
Women’s Salomon X Ultra 4 Low Review
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Women’s Salomon X Ultra 4 Low Review

Published: January 23, 2025
This is an excellent all-around pick for a comfy, durable, high-performance, and lightweight trail shoe that excels in any terrain.
Women’s La Sportiva Spire GTX Review
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Women’s La Sportiva Spire GTX Review

Published: January 22, 2025
These hiking shoes are an all-around durable and supportive option for hikers looking for waterproof, yet breathable footwear.
Best Winter Boots for Men of 2025
A hiker standing on a snowbank in the Salomon X Ultra Mid Winter boots with blue mountains on the horizon

Best Winter Boots for Men of 2025

Last Updated: January 21, 2025
Get the traction you need and keep the chill off your toes with a pair of our favorite winter hiking boots. These kicks are cozier than a snow day with a side of hot cocoa.
Women’s Topo Athletic Trailventure 2 WP Review
Hiker wearing the Women’s Topo Trailventure 2 WP boots

Women’s Topo Athletic Trailventure 2 WP Review

Published: January 21, 2025
These lightweight and comfortable boots have a wide toe box ideal for hikers with wide feet or anyone prone to toe blisters.
Men’s Oboz Bridger 8″ Insulated Winter Boot Review
A man walks down a forest trail

Men’s Oboz Bridger 8″ Insulated Winter Boot Review

Published: January 21, 2025
Waterproof, insulated, and built for warmth and traction, the Oboz Bridger is perfect for snowy adventures or icy commutes
Women’s Keen Targhee IV WP Hiking Shoe Review
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Women’s Keen Targhee IV WP Hiking Shoe Review

Published: January 21, 2025
This is a roomy, high-volume hiking shoe for those looking for durable and waterproof footwear that comes at an excellent value. Those with larger or wider feet will love the Keens for their ample room for your toes to splay.
Men’s La Sportiva Spire GTX Review
Closeup of a hiker tying the laces of the La Sportiva Spire GTX hiking shoes

Men’s La Sportiva Spire GTX Review

Last Updated: January 20, 2025
The La Sportiva Spire GTX have received high praise in both the fastpacking and hiking worlds – but do they live up to the buzz?
Men’s Altra Lone Peak 8 Review
A hiker poses at an overlook with large red rocks in the background.

Men’s Altra Lone Peak 8 Review

Last Updated: January 20, 2025
See why these are some of our favorite zero-drop hiking shoes from day hikes to thru-hikes.
Men’s Saucony Peregrine 14 Review
Man bent over tying long shoelaces on the Saucony Peregrine 14.

Men’s Saucony Peregrine 14 Review

Last Updated: January 20, 2025
With a responsive feel and a secure fit, these are the shoes for fast-paced activities like running, hiking, and backpacking across low deserts in May or chasing mountain summits in August.
Men’s Hoka Speedgoat 6 Review
The side facing view of the HOKA Speedgoat 6 trail running shoes with a lake and pretty wilderness scenery in the background.

Men’s Hoka Speedgoat 6 Review

Last Updated: January 20, 2025
These shoes offer responsive midsoles with ample cushioning and impact absorption on rough trails. Their chunky lug pattern provide top-tier traction, and fast-drying, mesh uppers make them breathable and airy.
Men’s La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Review
A hiker from the knees down walks on a trail in a forest setting.

Men’s La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Review

Last Updated: January 20, 2025
With oversized toe caps, reinforced heels, aggressive lugs, and stout rock plates, these shoes are built for the high country: their exceptional traction and off-trail performance are game changers.
Men’s Merrell Moab 3 Review
Man's legs from knee down steps across a deep gap between large sandstone boulders wearing the Merrell Moab 3 hiking shoes.

Men’s Merrell Moab 3 Review

Last Updated: January 20, 2025
These shoes offer robust, breathable performance from burly mesh and leather uppers and provide solid protection from rocks and pokey bushes.
Men’s Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX Review
Closeup of a hiker's feet in the Darn Tough Light Hiker Micro Crew socks and Salomon X Ultra shoes on the rim of the Grand Canyon

Men’s Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX Review

Last Updated: January 20, 2025
These are comfortable out of the box. Their supportive, springy midsole and stable outsoles guarantee a smooth and cushioned ride that makes them amazingly versatile.
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