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

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

One shoe for everything from dayhikes to dog walks to peakbagging epics.

One shoe for everything from dayhikes to dog walks to peakbagging epics.

It crushed the competition in terms of support.

Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.

This shoe excels when 'trail' is a generous description.

Comfortable low-cut trail runners that offer support and performance.

Get instant, all-day comfort and superb traction with this ultralight waterproof hiker.

Get instant, all-day comfort and superb traction with this ultralight waterproof hiker.

A classic looking boot with above average support and stability.

A classic looking boot with above average support and stability.

This boot offers maximum performance and durability.

An all-terrain boot that's supportive enough for big-load backpacking.

Lightweight book with a lightweight price.

Lightweight book with a lightweight price.

Lightweight book with a lightweight price.

Lightweight book with a lightweight price.

Lightweight book with a lightweight price.

The Khumbu is an all-terrain mountain boot with a design that promotes comfortable walking for any kind of adventure.

The Khumbu is an all-terrain mountain boot with a design that promotes comfortable walking for any kind of adventure.

For less than $150 bucks you get a whole lot of boot.

For less than $150 bucks you get a whole lot of boot.

For less than $150 bucks you get a whole lot of boot.

For less than $150 bucks you get a whole lot of boot.

For less than $150 bucks you get a whole lot of boot.

Killer traction in all sorts of slippery terrain

Killer traction in all sorts of slippery terrain

Killer traction in all sorts of slippery terrain

Killer traction in all sorts of slippery terrain

If you need boots for wet, soggy conditions, these winners are a bargain.

If you need boots for wet, soggy conditions, these winners are a bargain.

A boot with mega support without the extra weight

A boot with mega support without the extra weight

Supreme stickiness on rock in a lightweight hiking shoe

Supreme stickiness on rock in a lightweight hiking shoe

Supreme stickiness on rock in a lightweight hiking shoe

Supreme stickiness on rock in a lightweight hiking shoe

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

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

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

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

A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.

These midweight boots tread lightly on the planet.