Footwear
The minimalist craze may have settled somewhat (good riddance, Five Fingers), but one profound principle remains: our bodies need to connect to the earth, not be insulated from it. And that’s what footwear manufacturer Xero advocates, even to the point of not wearing shoes at all. Read more >>
Bright colors and fancy designs may be all the rage among sporty, nuevo-outdoor types, but when it comes to footwear, I prefer an earthier approach. Read more >>
My husband is well known for saying “function, not fashion” when it comes to outdoor gear, but with the new Juniper 6” insulated Read more >>
While designed with climbing approaches in mind, Scarpa’s Mescalito GTX works for any out Read more >>
The Salomon X-ALP Mid LTR GTX, weighing in at 20 ounces each, provide the performance needed without that bul Read more >>
I’ve always looked to Oboz for my hiking footwear. So, when I was searching for a crossover boot—something I could hike the trail in and wear around town—, I went to Oboz first. Read more >>
A minimalist hiker for the weight-conscious. Gram-counting is all the rage these days, and that trend hasn't been ignored by the long-distance-hiking crowd. Read more >>
In an overcrowded sandal market, it’s good to go with a trusted name—I chose the new Camps Read more >>
Ultra-lightweight shoes may be all the rage these days, but kick a rock head-on with those paper-thin booties and you’ll be limping back to the trailhead, wishing you'd saved your ninja slippers for the dance floor. No Read more >>
Good running shoes offer three things: comfort, stability, and durability. Hoka One One is the king of the first two, but when it comes to the latter, they’ve come up short in the past. Read more >>
I've spent years trying to find the ideal boot for my hunting, backpacking, and outdoor-travel needs, but haven't quite found what I was looking for. Read more >>
When you own an active dog, you don’t really have a choice about getting out; the dog must be walked no matter the weather. Read more >>
It’s rare to find a boot that works well in so many different environments, but that is exactly what you get with the Oboz Bridger 8” insulat Read more >>
For women with ankle instability, the Lowa Sassa GTX Mid trekking boot is what you need. Read more >>
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