Classic styling meets modern engineering with the EVO 600 Hiking and backpacking boots. A fusion of recycled synthetics and repairable organics, these rugged, waterproof boots are designed to endure the harshness of any trail. My review: … More Danner Mountain 600 Evo Hiking/Backpack Boots: Recraftable, rugged, and performant.
Named after the Pacific Coast Trail which measure 2650 miles, the GTX Mid from Danner is a lightweight hiker that is designed to be fast, stable and reliable over a wide range of conditions. My review: … More Trail 2650 GTX Mid Review: Lightweight Hiking with Extra Stability
The summer is hot, and that being the case, feet need to breath more than ever. The Scapegoat Mid from Oboz has that particular need covered. Designed with thru-hikers in mind with a highly breathable full synthetic mesh upper and a molded EVA midsole, these boots attempt balance speed, protection and ventilation. The Scapegoat Mid boots … More Oboz Scapegoat Mid Boots Review
Featuring a GORE-TEX waterproof membrane, a rugged build and an external instep with a unique heal stability arm, the Crestbound from Merrell is designed specifically to supply backpackers with a light weight, durable boot with extra stability for dealing with heavy packs over rough terrain. I submitted a pair through every condition imaginable, and walked … More Merrell Crestbound GORE-TEX Boots Review
Going fast and light often requires ditching the boots and going with something a bit lighter. The Ahnu Ridgecrest is designed to be just that. Waterproof and stable, the light weight yet stable trail shoes offer a more nimble approach to hitting trails without sacrificing protection or durability. I’ve put them to the test, and … More Ahnu Ridgecrest Trail Shoes
The Mendocino Hiking Boots from Ahnu incorporate the eVent waterproof membrane and a full grain leather body in a minimalist approach to light weight hiking boots. I’ve been dragging them through rocks, mud, and the mountains of Tennessee to see how they hold up, and here is what I’ve come up with. Overview The boots … More Ahnu Mendocino Hiking Boots Review
The Phaser Peak boot from Merrell is designed to be a backpacking grade boot; built to withstand the rigors and demands of climbing and descending miles of mountains with a heavy pack and changing conditions. Does Merrell have it in them to build a boot that can handle it? The boot is built from a … More Merrell Phaser Peak Boot Review
Are your boot’s laces loosening up on those long descents, or coming untied completely on high mileage treks? The problem lies within your technique, not your laces. A simple fix is a modification of the original bow method of tying your boots. Lace your boots as usual, and proceed to make the final “roundabout” on … More How to Stop Your Boot laces From Slipping
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