"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve worn the Sawtooth line for years, and the X Pro Low GTX feels like a real upgrade. The fit is immediately comfortable, the traction is confidence-inspiring on wet rock, and the waterproofing never feels...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""Olympus 6 Hike Low GTX takes on muddy mountain trails, downpours, and marathon hikes. I love the room in the FootShape toe box—it gives my feet freedom while the Vibram Megagrip outsole keeps me glued to slick...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I love the Carezza GTX Lo for fast-paced day hikes and travel days. It feels like a trail runner but performs like a hiking shoe—light, breathable, and stable underfoot. The GORE-TEX lining has handled wet...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I use the Accentor 3 Mid WP when the trails are wet or sketchy and I want that extra ankle support. The waterproofing is super reliable, and it’s light enough that I don’t feel weighed down. It’s perfect...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I really like the Speed Strike 2 because it feels more like a trail runner than a bulky hiker. The waterproofing works well, and the traction grips on slick rocks and muddy trails. Plus, it’s cool knowing it’s...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I grab these when I want to move fast but still need confidence on technical terrain. They feel incredibly light, yet the support frame and stabilizer keep things stable on uneven ground. The traction is aggressive,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Moab Speed 2 on a long summit day with a lot of loose scree and rooted switchbacks, and the FlexPlate midsole kept my ankles stable on the technical sections without killing the natural flex I wanted...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“Fans of the Sawtooth line will love how the X Pro edition balances support and airflow. It feels tough enough for rocky terrain but still breathable and comfortable on long, warm days.”Built from one of Oboz’s...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I've worn the Sawtooth Ascent Low B-DRY on everything from muddy hikes to hot, dry ridge scrambles, and it’s never let me down. It’s rugged, grips well with the Vibram outsole, and the waterproofing keeps...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I’ve put the Hyalite Low B-Dry through its paces on everything from muddy spring hikes to rocky scrambles, and it’s been solid. The supportive fit and B-DRY waterproof membrane really stand out for keeping...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“These shoes are a great mix of style and functionality. The waterproof membrane keeps my feet dry, and the bio-based PU footbed provides all-day comfort. I’ve used these for everything from city walks to light...
La Sportiva mixes stability and speed in the Akyra II GTX Hiking Shoe. With features of a fastpacking shoe, this style keeps us light on our feet, but this sporty trail shoe doesn't cut back on protection. The 3D Grip exoskeleton offers structure, keeping...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Sertig III Low GTX on a full day of mixed terrain hiking and my feet felt great from the first mile to the last. The high rebound EVA midsole has a noticeable spring to it that keeps fatigue at bay...
If you're a wide-footed adventurer who wants the stability of a dedicated hiking boot with the lightness underfoot of a low-cut shoe, we recommend you lace up a pair of the Merrell Moab 3 Wide Hiking Shoes to strike that ideal balance. The nylon shanks...
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...
No matter what condition the trail is in, the KEEN Targhee IV WP Hiking Shoe is built to conquer it. Whether we're trudging across long muddy sections or the entire trail is washed out from a recent storm, we can keep moving in comfort because of the...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I really like the Speed Strike 2 because it feels more like a trail runner than a bulky hiker. The waterproofing works well, and the traction grips on slick rocks and muddy trails. Plus, it’s cool knowing it’s...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I grab these when I want to move fast but still need confidence on technical terrain. They feel incredibly light, yet the support frame and stabilizer keep things stable on uneven ground. The traction is aggressive,...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I like these for mixed mountain terrain because they feel lighter than a full boot but still have the protection I need. The R-Shell Dry membrane holds up in wet weather, and the cushioned midsole keeps long approaches...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Moab Speed 2 on a long summit day with a lot of loose scree and rooted switchbacks, and the FlexPlate midsole kept my ankles stable on the technical sections without killing the natural flex I wanted...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This shoe is built for performance. The breathable mesh upper keeps my feet cool, while the FloatPro™ foam midsole provides a lightweight, cushioned feel. I love the Vibram Megagrip® outsole—it offers incredible...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve worn the Sawtooth line for years, and the X Pro Low GTX feels like a real upgrade. The fit is immediately comfortable, the traction is confidence-inspiring on wet rock, and the waterproofing never feels...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I've put the Moab 3 through some long days on rocky desert trails and slick root-covered paths in the Pacific Northwest, and the Vibram TC5 sole held its footing in both without hesitation. The Air Cushion midsole...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wore the Sertig III Low GTX on a full day of mixed terrain hiking and my feet felt great from the first mile to the last. The high rebound EVA midsole has a noticeable spring to it that keeps fatigue at bay...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:“The Lone Peak 9+ has everything you love about the Lone Peak — roomy fit, balanced cushion, zero drop — but with extra durability and a Vibram MegaGrip outsole that locks onto every surface. It’s the update...