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Footwear
Footwear
Our gear experts test the latest backpacking, trail running, hiking and camping boots and shoes in real trail conditions to help you find the best backcountry footwear to fit your needs. Whether you’re looking for a sturdy boot for stability on rocky trails or a lightweight minimalist trail running shoe, Backpacker has you covered with our comprehensive footwear reviews.
Our gear experts test the latest backpacking, trail running, hiking and camping boots and shoes in real trail conditions to help you find the best backcountry footwear to fit your needs. Whether you’re looking for a sturdy boot for stability on rocky trails or a lightweight minimalist trail running shoe, Backpacker has you covered with our comprehensive footwear reviews.
CHACO USA Updraft Bulloo 2
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CHACO USA Updraft Bulloo X2
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CHACO USA Credence Baa Nurl
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CHACO USA Credence Wool Nurl
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CHACO USA Mrap Eco Tread
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CHACO USA Belyn Baa Nurl Women's
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CHACO USA Arbora Wool Nurl Women's
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CHACO USA Arbora Tall Nurl Women's
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CHACO USA Vade Bulloo
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CHACO USA Torlan Bulloo
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CHACO USA Ponsul Bulloo
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CHACO USA Updraft Bulloo
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CHACO USA Tedinho Bulloo
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CHACO USA Tedinho PRO
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CHACO USA Hipthong Two Ecotread
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CHACO USA Zong Ecotread
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CHACO USA Zx2 Vibram Yampa Women's
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CHACO USA Zx1 Vibram Yampa Women's
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CHACO USA Z2 Vibram Yampa
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CHACO USA Z1 Vibram Yampa
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CHACO USA ZX 2 Vibram Unaweep Women's
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CHACO USA ZX1 Vibram Unaweep Women
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CHACO USA Z2 Vibram Unaweep
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CHACO USA Z1 Vibram Unaweep
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CHACO USA Z2 Vibram Pro
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CHACO USA Z1 Vibram Pro
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Gear Review: Teva Forge Pro Winter Mid WP Hiking Boot
The trail-runner-like Forge Pro has the teeth to take on ice, slush, and shallow snow.
Gear Review: Garmont Momentum Icelock Insulated Boot
This boot is packed with 600 grams of Thinsulate, the most insulation in any non-mountaineering boot we tested.
Gear Review: Adidas Terrex Conrax CP
Warm enough for lifties but in a light and nimble package.
Gear Review: Crispi Super Granite Hiking Boot
A rigid, all-leather boot with an integrated heel crampon.
Gear Review: Koflach Degre Alpine Boots
Serious conditions require serious footwear, like these double-plastic alpine boots.
Gear Review: Korkers Snowjack Hiking Boot
A boot with interchangeable soles--one for ice and one for snow and mud.
Gear Review: Keen Revel Hiking Boot
A versatile deep-winter boot
Gear Review: Columbia Bugaboot Max Electric Boot
If the prospect of cold feet keeps you off the trail come winter, get these battery-charged boots.
Gear Review: Salomon Spikecross 3 CS Winter Trail Runner
Trail runners with spikes embedded in the sole.
Esatto, LLC Summer Lightweight
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Esatto, LLC Classic Hiker
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Gear Review: Adidas Terrex Fast X FM
A low-cut hiker that fits and feels like a supportive sneaker.
Five All-Purpose Light Hikers
Get light yet supportive shoes that stand up to the worst boot-chewing terrain–and satisfied our crew of Grand Canyon rangers and guides.
Gear Review: Keen Alamosa Hiking Boot
These cushy dayhikers are perfect for hiking with light loads.
Gear Review: Merrell Chameleon 3 Ventilator Hiking Boot
This light hiker is practically abrasion resistant thanks to the thick pig suede upper.
Gear Review: Lowa Tempest Lo Hiking Boot
This light hiker can carry up to 50 pounds!
Gear Review: Five Ten Insight Hiking Boot
A Five Ten shoe that excels at scrambling and smearing.
Gear Review: Patagonia Drifter A/C Hiking Boot
Bootlike support and traction with trail-runner shock absorption and weight.
Gear Review: Mammut Teton GTX Hiking Boots
A Vibram sole adds a bit of burly sturdiness to the Mammut Teton GTX boot.
Gear Review: Vasque Jule Trail Shoe
A low-cut hiker for all your daily adventures.
Gear Guide 2011: Light Duty Boots/Trail Runners
If light and fast is your hiking/trail running motto, these are your kicks.
Gear Guide 2011: Mid Duty Boots
Two of BACKPACKER's 14 Editors' Choice Award winners fall into this all-purpose hiking boot category.
Gear Guide 2011: Heavy Duty Boots
For big mountain climbs, these are your boots
Gear Guide 2011: Boots
From fit to grip, this year's shoes do everything better.
Gear Review: Montrail Mountain Masochist MID GTX Hiking Boot
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Gear Review: SCARPA Terra GTX/Luna GTX Hiking Boot
The Terra's soft PU midsole, gives the boot a cushy, shock-absorbing feel.
Gear Review: Patagonia Scree Shield Hiking Boot
One shoe for everything from dayhikes to dog walks to peakbagging epics.
Gear Review: La Sportiva Quantum Trail Runner
This shoe excels when 'trail' is a generous description.
Gear Review: New Balance 101 Trail Runner
This barely there trail runner has the perfect blend of breathability, support, and durability.
Gear Review: Ahnu Montara Women's Hiking Boot
Women love this comfortable, stable and affordable boot.
Gear Review: Garmont Zenith Hike GTX Hiking Boot
Lightweight book with a lightweight price.
Gear Review: AKU Suiterra Suede GTX Hiking Boot
One of the most versatile boots around.
Gear Review: Merrell Refuge Core Mid Waterproof Hiking Boot
It crushed the competition in terms of support.
Gear Review: Vasque Bitterroot GTX Hiking Boot
A classic looking boot with above average support and stability.
Gear Review: Kayland Vertigo Dual Hiking Boot
This boot offers maximum performance and durability.
Gear Review: La Sportiva Delta GTX Hiking Boot
A great lightweight boot for heavy duty hiking.
Gear Review: Mammut Mountain Cascade GTX Hiking Boot
The perfect boot for big, unpredictable mountain adventures.
Mother's Day Gift Guide: PEAK BAGGER
If the lady on your gift list likes to go hard or go home, we have eight pieces of gear calling her name.
Mother's Day Gift Guide: Ahnu Montara Hiking Boot
All-terrain stability and all-day comfort in this women's only hiking boot.
Mother's Day Gift Guide: TrekSta Evolution Mid GTX Hiking Boots
Incredible traction, light weight, and zero break-in
Gear Review: Montrail Sabino Trail Mid GTX Boots
Want boots with maximum support and protection for minimum weight?
Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero Shoe
550-fill down booties that are perfect winter camp shoes.
Gear Review: Patagonia Advocate Shoes
A leather slipper with a rubber sole–the perfect camp shoe.
Editors' Choice 2011: TrekSta Evolution Mid GTX Hiking Boot
Get instant, all-day comfort and superb traction with this ultralight waterproof hiker.
Editors' Choice 2011: Salewa Alp Trainer Mid
Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.
Gear Guide 2011: Online Boot Reviews
Online gear reviews of boots featured in the 2011 Gear Guide charts.
Gear Review: Teva Forge Pro Trail Runners
Comfortable low-cut trail runners that offer support and performance.
How-To Slideshow: Boot Lacing for Maximum Comfort
In this guide, we show you methods for lacing your boots to prevent blisters and maximize comfort.
Gear Review: LOWA Terek GTX Boots
Boots with solid support and stability without being too heavy or clunky
Gear Review: Scarpa Pursuit GTX Shoe
These trail runners have exceptional shock absorption and a Gore-Tex liner to keep feet dry
Ahnu Footwear Elkridge Mid
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Ahnu Footwear Elkridge
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Ahnu Footwear Montara
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