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Trail runners

Fall Gear Guide 09: Boots

Whether you're mountaineering, snowshoeing, hiking, or trail running we've tested the winter boot/shoe models you'll want.

Gear Review: Saucony ProGrid Razor Trail Shoe

Built for nasty winter conditions, this midweight winter running shoe keeps your feet warm and well supported.

Gear Review: Ahnu Firetrail Winter Trail Shoe

Genuinely breathable winter running shoe, great for long slushy runs.

Gear Review: Montrail Mountain Masochist Trail Shoe

This light, breathable and water resistant trail runner is great for technical terrain and many miles.

Gear Review: The North Face Adversary Trail Runner

Traveling trail runners will be all over this The North Face shoe.

Gear Review: Columbia Firelane Mid Boot

This midcut hiker is great for wet conditions.

Gear Review: Scarpa Axis Boot

This fast and light boot weighs in at 1 lb. 11 oz.

Gear Review: Oboz Sawtooth Boot

If you're hiking rugged terrain, this $100 boot is for you.

Gear Review: La Sportiva Exum Pro Boot

This boot earned our best all-around mark, and fits a wide range of foot shapes as well.

Gear School 2009

Tent leak like a sieve? Boots stink like a compost pile? Don't worry. Class is now in session. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, this in your one-stop, do-it-all user's guide.

Gear Guide 2009: Lafuma X Light Mid OT Boot Review

The Outdry treatment and ultralight weight mean this hiking shoe will go wherever you do.

Gear Guide 2009: Vasque Velocity VST GTX Boot Review

For lightweight versatility, lace up this low-cut and supportive shoe.

Gear Guide 2009: Montrail Hardrock 09 Boot Review

Run and hike through any terrain thanks to the sticky outsole of this shoe.

Gear Guide 2009: Kayland Dragonfly eVent Boot Review

These trail runners are the perfect mix of waterproof and breathable.

Gear Guide 2009: Asics Gel-Trabuco Boot 11 WR Review

If you want the perfect pair of trail runners, look no further than the Gel-Trabuco's.

3 Ways To Save: Ultralight Dayhiking

Save weight, your feet, and money with these three pieces of ultralight gear

Vibram Expands Group of Trail Running Partners

Vibram continues to expand on its successful mission of reaching a younger, broader audience with work for innovators in the trail running field.

Smash Your Fitness Barriers With Heart-Rate Training

Become a better hiker. Build speed, endurance, and strength all through heart-rate training.

Trail Runner Review: Merrell Pursuit Shield

This low-cut's shallow tread grips well through it all

Boot Review: Lafuma Active Raid GTX XCR

Enough support and comfort to carry a big load for 56 miles in four days--that is, if you're up to it

Trail Runner Review: Salomon GCS Pro

Be cool in fastpacking's finest footwear

Trail Runner Review: Salomon GCS Pro

This shoe fits the fastpacker interested in traveling long distances on hot days.

Trail Runner Review: Montrail D7

Just ask our Northwest editor how these boots hold up and he'll tell you a little bit about the 13-mile, 6,000-foot-elevation trail he covered. Easy as instant-pudding pie.

Salomon XA Pro 2

One of the lightest shoes in the test scores big with trail runners.

Boot Review: 6 Fast-Track Shoes

Ready, set, go. You'll literally run down the trail with these featherweight kicks.

Boot Review: Tecnica Tricon

Ventilation and traction are a nice combo, but stability doesn't match the best.

Boot Review: Montrail Masai

Let others wilt in the heat; your feet are air-cooled by these ventilated runners.

Boot Review: Dunham Trail Mix

Even big guys with wide feet will feel agile with these supportive shoes.

Boot Review: Merrell Torque

Not a speed demon? These traditionalists are great for light hiking.

Boot Review: Vasque Velocity

Pillows underfoot might be softer, but they won't last like these cushy shoes.

Boot Review: Montrail Java GTX

These shoes can handle any terrain.

Boot Review: Merrell Torque

If a short trip is your plan, grab these boots and go.

Boot Review: Five Ten Via Ferrata

Snow-covered trails are no match for this shoe

Boot Review: Salomon Expert Low

Not the best for long days and heavy loads, but great for fastpacking.

Boot Review: Dunham Waffle Stomper Nimble

Boots ideal for summer fast-packing

Boot Review: Teva Haze

Hike on the trail then run on the road with these versatile shoes.

Boot Review: La Sportiva Monarch Crest

Become geckolike the minute you slide into these shoes.