Footwear

In this guide, we show you methods for lacing your boots to prevent blisters and maximize comfort.

Boots with solid support and stability without being too heavy or clunky

These trail runners have exceptional shock absorption and a Gore-Tex liner to keep feet dry

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Check out Katie Herrel's author page.

Check out Katie Herrel's author page.

Check out Katie Herrel's author page.

Check out Katie Herrel's author page.

Just because they have fur doesn't mean they're not serious backcountry boots.

A barefoot profile and barefoot weight, yet cushioned for rocky trails.

A barefoot profile and barefoot weight, yet cushioned for rocky trails.

A barefoot profile and barefoot weight, yet cushioned for rocky trails.

A barefoot profile and barefoot weight, yet cushioned for rocky trails.

A barefoot profile and barefoot weight, yet cushioned for rocky trails.

A barefoot profile and barefoot weight, yet cushioned for rocky trails.

A barefoot profile and barefoot weight, yet cushioned for rocky trails.

A barefoot profile and barefoot weight, yet cushioned for rocky trails.

A barefoot profile and barefoot weight, yet cushioned for rocky trails.

A barefoot profile and barefoot weight, yet cushioned for rocky trails.

A barefoot profile and barefoot weight, yet cushioned for rocky trails.

A barefoot profile and barefoot weight, yet cushioned for rocky trails.

A barefoot profile and barefoot weight, yet cushioned for rocky trails.

A barefoot profile and barefoot weight, yet cushioned for rocky trails.

A barefoot profile and barefoot weight, yet cushioned for rocky trails.

This off-trail champ is both built tough and lightweight.

This off-trail champ is both built tough and lightweight.

This off-trail champ is both built tough and lightweight.

This off-trail champ is both built tough and lightweight.

This off-trail champ is both built tough and lightweight.

This off-trail champ is both built tough and lightweight.

This off-trail champ is both built tough and lightweight.

This off-trail champ is both built tough and lightweight.

One of the most versatile boots around.

Take on any kind of terrain with this versatile shoe that offers comfort, traction and durability.

Take on any kind of terrain with this versatile shoe that offers comfort, traction and durability.

Take on any kind of terrain with this versatile shoe that offers comfort, traction and durability.

From scrambling to hiking, this killer deal provides ample protection.

From scrambling to hiking, this killer deal provides ample protection.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

BACKPACKER testers have endured numerous blisters over the years finding the best boots on the shelves.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Air chambers embedded in the heel and arch and polymer gel in the forefoot put extra cushioning exactly where you need it most.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.

Tackle any terrain in these midweights, and don't worry about blisters. We–er, they–guarantee it.