"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve been wearing the Speedarc Matis Mid GORE-TEX on wet, rocky trails, and it gives me the perfect balance of comfort and control. The mid-cut support feels secure without being bulky, and the Vibram outsole...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve been rotating these on my longer trail days, and the standout is how they stay put without that tight, compressive feel. The OrbitKnit cuff really does its job—no slipping, no pinching—and the merino...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“This shoe has everything I love about the Moab—stability, grip, and trail comfort—but in a lighter, more lifestyle-ready package. It’s still trail-capable, just more versatile for everyday wear.”The Moab...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Hurricane Trailsetter is my go-to for mixed terrain. It feels plush on long runs but still grips confidently on dirt and rock. I love the easy on-off fit and the forefoot strap gives it a locked-in feel that...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve been using the Newton Nimble LTR Shoe on day hikes and weekend trips, and it’s become my go-to for lightweight comfort. The waterproof leather keeps my feet dry while the Omni-MAX midsole keeps every...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“This is a true hybrid that handles a bit of everything. It feels light and comfortable like a trail runner, but has the grip and stability you want when the terrain turns technical. Great for moving quickly across...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I like this shoe for fast hikes and travel when I want real support without a bulky boot. The Vibram outsole grips confidently on mixed terrain, and the cushioning feels great over long days. It’s light, stable,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""This shoe feels lighter and more agile than a traditional hiker, which makes it great for fast-moving day hikes. The waterproofing really holds up, and the sticky outsole grips confidently. I also love that it...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This shoe feels super supportive without being bulky. The leather upper gives it serious durability and weather resistance, and it still breathes well enough for long days. I wear it for everything from light...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I reach for this shoe when I want trail-runner agility without losing support. The heel stabilizer keeps me planted on uneven climbs, and the GORE-TEX membrane has held up through slushy passes and unexpected...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I put the Katabatic Wind Low Hiking Shoe through five weeks of varied Colorado terrain, and it is the most responsive hiking shoe I have worn in years. The IOM carbon plate and dual-density foam combination gives...
Monsoon weather and muddy trails can't stop us from backpacking, so we keep the Firebrand II Low B-Dry Hiking Shoe in our wardrobe. This shoe's blister-preventing profile is essential for short hikes and multi-day trips. The narrow heel prevents slippage...
Built for adventure, the Moab Speed 2 Mid GORE-TEX® hiking boots combine the rugged durability of Merrell’s best-selling Moab line with modern innovations for enhanced performance. The GORE-TEX® waterproof membrane ensures our feet stay dry in any...
The Danner Trail 2650 Hiking Shoe owes its namesake to the Pacific Crest Trail, which measures 2650 miles in length, and this innovative trail trainer is built with just such demanding terrain in mind. We really appreciate how the Megagrip Vibram outsoles...
New for 2024, Merrell has added a leather option to its Speed line with the Moab Speed 2 LTR Waterproof hiking shoe. The new leather uppers add more abrasion resistance and another layer of protection on top of a waterproof membrane to keep our feet drier...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I like the Cresta 10-inch Short for long days on trail because they move well, breathe well, and the pockets hold more than you’d think without feeling bulky. The gusseted crotch makes a noticeable difference...
The lightweight version of our most technically advanced hunting sock, the US-made Ely has inherent wicking and thermoregulating properties. This sock’s merino-wool knit ensures your feet stay dry and comfortable even in soggy conditions. Targeted full-density...
La Sportiva crushes it in the climbing category, so it's no surprise that the Akyra II Hiking Shoe comes up clutch when we're fastpacking in the mountains. This trail shoe features La Sportiva's sticky yet hardwearing Frixion XT 2. 0 rubber compound for...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Moab Speed 2 through two weeks of back-to-back hiking in Patagonia — varied terrain, long days, no blisters — and never once wished I'd brought heavier boots. The FloatPro midsole keeps fatigue...
In the Moab 3 Wide, we see summit sunrises, backcountry ponds, and desert towers. The burly upper lets building heat out and cool breezes in, while the sticky sole gives us traction on loose earth and wet rock. No matter how far we go for an awe-inspiring...
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An advanced design built to help women power through uphills and descents, Salomon X Ultra 4 Mid GORE-TEX Hiking Boots for women give hard-chargingadies superior design and performance. Built to power through technical hikes and d
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""These trail shoes are perfect for active kids—they're stable, comfortable, and can handle both the playground and hiking trails. With great cushioning and grip, my kid stays sure-footed and comfortable even...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I put the Katabatic Wind Low Hiking Shoe through five weeks of varied Colorado terrain, and it is the most responsive hiking shoe I have worn in years. The IOM carbon plate and dual-density foam combination gives...
The Oboz Katabatic Wind Low Hiking Shoe is designed to help us go farther and faster with cutting-edge technologies that conserve our energy and allow us to move quickly across varying terrain. These lightweight hiking shoes feature the Inertia Of Motion...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Moab Speed 2 through two weeks of back-to-back hiking in Patagonia — varied terrain, long days, no blisters — and never once wished I'd brought heavier boots. The FloatPro midsole keeps fatigue...