"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I put the Lady Light GTX Backpacking Boot through a four-day loop on a mix of rocky trail and off-trail scrambling with a loaded pack, and they handled it all without complaint. The seamless lining was immediately...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""These boots are my go-to for cross-country skiing. The anatomical touring fit provides all-day comfort, and the waterproof zipper keeps my feet dry in snowy conditions. Plus, the grip is excellent for walking...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""These are my go-to boots when I want to charge hard without sacrificing comfort. The dual-zone BOA® lets me dial in heel hold exactly how I like it, and the Michelin outsole grips everything from icy parking...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I skied the S/Pro Supra 90 on a mixed day of groomers and chopped-up off-piste, and the heel hold was immediately noticeable. The 3D instep shell kept my foot locked in without any of the pressure point issues...
We like skiing groomers fast, carving hard, and floating through powder, so naturally we wear the Salomon S/Pro Alpha 110 EL Ski Boot. This timeless 2-piece, 4-buckle ski boot boasts the same hardware as its male-version counterpart, a stiff flex, and...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""The Escape Outpath Boot is a great choice for beginner and recreational skiers. It’s super comfortable right out of the box, the waterproof zipper keeps snow out, and the Prolink outsole makes walking and gliding...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve taken the Vectiv Fastpack Lite WP on everything from quick summits to longer trail days. It’s seriously light but still gives me the grip and waterproofing I need. The rocker midsole keeps me moving...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore these on a day of mixed terrain, hitting groomers in the morning and messing around in the park after lunch, and the single-zone BOA let me tighten my fit in seconds between runs. The soft flex made it...
We love the La Sportiva Aequilibrium Speed GTX Mountaineering Boot for its lightweight design, all-mountain capability, and technical features. This single boot incorporates a super gaiter to block out snow and water. A GORE-TEX Performance Comfort liner...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""These boots broke in quicker than I expected, and now they’re my daily go-tos. The leather softens nicely without losing structure, and the shock absorption is surprisingly good for a slip-on. They’re easy...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “These socks are a game changer for long days on my feet. The merino wool blend keeps them warm in the cold and breathable when things heat up. They wick moisture fast, so my feet stay dry, and the cushioning...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This is my pick for women skiers who want a low-volume touring boot that feels just as powerful on the descent as it does comfortable on the climb. The 99mm last gives me the precision I need for big-mountain...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""The Back-To-Berkeley IV WP Boot checks every box for me—it’s stylish, waterproof, and really comfortable straight out of the box. I’ve worn them in the city and on light trails, and the grip and support...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve put these on riders who want something quicker and more responsive than softer Step On boots, and they’re always surprised by how dialed the fit feels with just one BOA dial. They ride best when you’re...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""These boots are beasts. I’ve been riding them in everything from icy hardpack to sidecountry bootpacks, and the BOA® Fit System is so quick and precise I forget what traditional laces even feel like. The Michelin...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""These are my go-to boots for just about everything. I slip them on in seconds, and they’re comfortable enough to wear all day thanks to Ariat’s ATS® support. The whipstitch detail and plaid lining give them...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I ride the Lashed Double BOA® because they’re super reliable and easy to adjust on the fly. The medium flex gives me enough support for charging steeper terrain but stays playful enough for butters and park...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The CX 1. 0 is fantastic for kids just starting out on the slopes. The single buckle makes it easy for them to put on themselves, and the GripWalk Junior soles give them better traction walking around. It’s...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""These boots feel like a perfect blend of a trail runner and a hiker. They’re light, grippy, and supportive enough for long days, but I don’t feel weighed down. The Powertex membrane has kept my feet dry in...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I recommend the Speedmachine 3 BOA 95 to intermediate and advancing skiers who want a boot that fits well out of the box and performs better once dialed in. The BOA closure paired with the Tri Force construction...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I put the Lady Light GTX Backpacking Boot through a four-day loop on a mix of rocky trail and off-trail scrambling with a loaded pack, and they handled it all without complaint. The seamless lining was immediately...
Warm and waterproof, the Blundstone Thermal Chelsea Boot come to our daily rotation with handsome style and high-quality craftsmanship to get us through cold, damp days. The waterproof leather upper fends off moisture, while Thinsulate insulation throughout...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore these on a day of mixed terrain, hitting groomers in the morning and messing around in the park after lunch, and the single-zone BOA let me tighten my fit in seconds between runs. The soft flex made it...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve skied a lot of touring boots, and the Cabrio LV Free 130 Lite hits a sweet spot. It’s impressively light for the power it delivers on the downhill, and the redesigned tongue makes transitions way smoother....
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying""The dual BOA setup on the Rave makes getting in and out so much easier at the end of a long day, but the real win is how consistent the fit stays run after run. The P2 PremiumLiner molds to your foot nicely and...