"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I love the Ousel Mid because it feels like a hiking boot but works just as well as a winter boot. The insulation keeps my feet warm without overheating, and the side zipper makes it way easier to get on and off—perfect...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Newton Wander Mid Hiking Shoe keeps my feet comfortable and dry on any trail. The waterproof suede and Omni-Tech™ keep out moisture while staying breathable, and the Omni-MAX™ cushioning provides the stability...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""These feel like the Renegades I’ve trusted for years—but lighter, smoother, and more supportive. The new Monowrap frame really locks your foot in without feeling stiff, and the DYNAPU cushioning stays comfortable...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""A classic hiking silhouette that performs like a modern trail machine. The cushioning and traction feel dialed, and that rubber rand adds serious protection when the terrain gets rowdy.""Heritage design meets...
The odds that you'll avoid rainy weather decrease with every new day on the trail, so whether you're headed out for a weekend getaway, a week-long adventure, or you just quit your job for a few months of trail-rambling, you're going to want the added...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Bridger Ridge Mid GTX is my go-to hiking boot when I need all-day comfort, support, and weather protection. The Nubuck leather upper is super durable, and the GORE-TEX waterproofing keeps my feet dry in wet...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I put the Bridger Ridge Mid GTX through alpine climbs and soggy trails in the Pacific Northwest—these boots are a tank. They offer the kind of ankle support and weatherproofing I rely on for multi-day trips,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I love the Ousel Mid because it feels like a hiking boot but works just as well as a winter boot. The insulation keeps my feet warm without overheating, and the side zipper makes it way easier to get on and off—perfect...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Newton Wander is a great blend of classic style and modern tech. The waterproof suede upper keeps my feet dry, and the Omni-MAX system with TECHLITE midsole gives me a stable, cushioned ride. The traction...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This boot feels light on my feet but still gives me ankle support and waterproof protection on muddy or wet hikes. I’ve worn it on slick trails and through surprise storms, and it keeps my feet dry without overheating.""When...
La Sportiva's hybrid-style TX Hike Mid Leather GTX Hiking Boot is better than ever, thanks to the new earth-friendly ePE GORE-TEX Extended Comfort waterproofing tech. These abrasion-resistant leather boots deliver the same surprising approach-style agility...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""A classic hiking silhouette that performs like a modern trail machine. The cushioning and traction feel dialed, and that rubber rand adds serious protection when the terrain gets rowdy.""Heritage design meets...
The odds that you'll avoid rainy weather decrease with every new day on the trail, so whether you're headed out for a weekend getaway, a week-long adventure, or you just quit your job for a few months of trail-rambling, you're going to want the added...
"Moab stands for the ""Mother of All Boots,"" and the Moab 3 Mid Waterproof Hiking Boot has indeed been Merrell's best seller for many years. This budget-friendly hiking boot features a wide fit for those of us who need extra room, Merrell's proprietary...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Newton Wander is a great blend of classic style and modern tech. The waterproof suede upper keeps my feet dry, and the Omni-MAX system with TECHLITE midsole gives me a stable, cushioned ride. The traction...
Hiking boots don't have to break our budget, thanks to the Columbia Newton Ridge Plus II Hiking Boot. Its leather, suede, and synthetic mesh uppers are coated with polyurethane for weather resistance and backed up by a waterproof bootie, making the boot...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve put the Ducan III High LTH GTX through long day hikes and loaded multi-day trips, and the comfort really stands out. The Flextron PRO plate adds stability without making the boot feel stiff, and the EVA...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I take these when I want ankle support without a heavy feel. They stay comfortable on long days, feel stable on rocky trails, and the waterproof liner holds up well in wet conditions. The cushioning doesn’t...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This wide version gives me the extra space I need through the toe box and midfoot—no pinching, no hot spots. It’s lightweight, breathable, and holds up well in wet trail conditions. Great for fast hikes when...
The Mountain 600 is part of Danner's Performance Heritage collection—classic styles that have been trimmed down for light hiking and casual, outdoor lifestyle wear. The soft suede leather conforms to our feet over time for comfort and a better fit—and...
Unbroken views of valleys are always found at the top of mountains and we use the Danner Panorama Mid Hiking Boot to get there. The 6in shaft of these boots combines with a wrap-around rand to fight back against trail-side debris. Meanwhile, the responsive...
When the trail is more mud than dirt, and there's more rain in the forecast, we trust the KEEN Targhee IV Mid WP Hiking Boot to keep our feet dry and stable over slippery terrain. The KEEN. DRY waterproof membrane repels mud and water as we pick our way...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“This is the mid hikers reach for when they want something light, energetic, and confidence-boosting. The waterproofing feels natural and flexible, and it grips incredibly well on variable terrain.”Built for...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I grab this boot for wet, rocky trails where I need extra ankle support without feeling weighed down. The GORE-TEX liner keeps my feet dry through stream crossings, and the heel stabilizer really helps on off-camber...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve worn the Mt. Maddsen Mid on muddy spring hikes and dry fall treks, and it’s handled both with zero complaints. The waterproofing holds up surprisingly well, and the EVA midsole keeps things comfortable...