High-Cut

This U.S.-built boot is like stepping into a tank lined with velvet.

Above-average grip and warmth won us over, and zero break-in period clinched it.

Get big-mountain performance in a midweight boot with instant comfort.

No need to pay a weight or warmth penalty on high-altitude tours with these stout boots.

These camp shoes will warm your toes on any winter adventure.

Hikers with hard-to-fit feet will love these customizable boots.

The price-to-performance ratio is off the charts.

Enjoy the best of both worlds: enough flex for a natural stride and the support for big-trip loads and terrain.

This boot eats up big miles, no matter how heavy your pack.

It breathes and flexes like a trail runner, but the rugged outsole is all boot.

A bargain-priced boot that doesn't settle.

Bomber materials and construction shine in a technical, off-trail backpacking boot.

If your foot is extra wide or super skinny, or if you have a protruding bunion, this is the boot for you!

The most supportive boot we tested

These finely crafted Italian boots deliver big-load support with reliable waterproofing and maximum breathability.

Boots built for Alaska.

Quintessential backpacking boots - high-cut, durable, and can handle rugged terrain.

For casual winter adventures, a warm-and-cozy boot.

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