boots
Penn’s Woods, or, a test of strength
I’m now two-thirds of the way through Pennsylvania, and honestly? It’s been tougher than I expected. Not because of the rocks, though that’s been part of it, but because of...
Oboz Arete Mid Hiking Boots Review
Oboz hits a sweet mix of lightweight comfort and trustworthy stability with their Arete Mid hiking boots. The Arete Mids offer a unique option for indecisive hikers. They provide the...
Gear Review: Hoka One One Sky Toa Boot
I tested the Hoka One One Sky Toa from April to June and discovered a nostalgia and new appreciation for the hiking boot. I always wear trail runners when I...
I Prefer Hiking Boots Over Trail Shoes
Call me old school, an old fuddy-duddy, or just old because I prefer hiking boots over trail shoes.
Gear Review: Altra Lone Peak 3.0 NeoShell Mid
Last year Altra debuted the Lone Peak 3.0 and Lone Peak 3.0 NeoShell. These new designs improve upon their predecessors while retaining everything that's made the Lone Peak series a...
Happy Feet: Your Guide to Not Having Angry Ones Like Mine on the Trail!
My personal advice on how to choose and get properly fitted for footwear for a thru hike, and how to prevent and treat battered feet.
The Footwear Debate: Are Trail Runners Superior to Boots?
Is a big, heavy, pair of boots really necessary to hike on difficult terrain? Conventional wisdom says yes, but lately, this trend is being challenged.
Gear Review: Arc’teryx Bora² Mid GTX Hiking Boots
It isn’t often that I put on a pair of shoes and feel like I’m wearing a piece of cutting-edge technology. Humans have been protectively wrapping their feet in leather...
Gear Review: Oboz Sundog Trailsport Shoe
It's almost May and spring is finally in full swing! With the season comes a slew of new products from our favorite outdoor brands. Among the new releases is Oboz Footwear's...
Muddy Buddies: On Dry Feet and Big Boots
In the past couple days, I have ascended some fantastic balds such as Wayah, Wesser and Standing Indian, which offer incredible views of the southern Nantahala mountains in North Carolina....