Boots & Shoes Reviews
Best Rain Boots for Men of 2025
Best Rain Boots for Men of 2025
Last Updated:
March 7, 2024
Move through the muck with confidence in one of our picks for the best rain boots. We tested every pair to ensure they’ll keep your feet warm and dry, even in the nastiest weather.
Best Winter Ice Cleats & Traction Devices 2025
Best Winter Ice Cleats & Traction Devices 2025
Last Updated:
March 6, 2024
Don’t let winter’s grip get you down on the ice. Our team of experts has trail-tested the ultimate traction devices to find the most secure and dependable options so you…
Best Hiking Sandals for Women of 2025
Best Hiking Sandals for Women of 2025
Last Updated:
March 4, 2024
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…
How to Lace Hiking Boots & Shoes
How to Lace Hiking Boots & Shoes
Published:
February 23, 2024
How many ways can you tie your shoes? If you like to hike, you’ll need more than one.
How to Clean Hiking Shoes & Boots
How to Clean Hiking Shoes & Boots
Published:
January 23, 2024
In this guide, we walk you through how to take care of your footwear – so your footwear can take care of you.
Top Gear Picks of 2025
Top Gear Picks of 2025
Last Updated:
October 5, 2023
This is where we highlight a wide range of exceptional choices, and talk about our personal favorites.
Hiking Boots vs. Hiking Shoes vs. Trail Running Shoes
Hiking Boots vs. Hiking Shoes vs. Trail Running Shoes
Published:
June 17, 2020
Hiking footwear is a really personal choice, and people often have differing opinions on what type of shoe works best for hiking.
5 Reasons To Ditch Your Hiking Boots
5 Reasons To Ditch Your Hiking Boots
Published:
March 4, 2020
For many of us, it’s been drilled into our heads since day one that backpackers wear boots. That’s just what you do…
Reader Response: New Shoes, Same Blisters, What Gives?
Reader Response: New Shoes, Same Blisters, What Gives?
Published:
May 5, 2015
Below is an email from a reader I received this week. Den from Berkshire, UK brings up a problem I hear about all the time, so I thought I’d share my response. Also, if you want more info on the hiking boots vs. running shoes debate, check out my article 5 Reasons To Ditch Your Hiking Boots. A big thanks to Den for the great question!