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We put this spring’s super spikes to the test on the oval to sort the top models for each distance and the best-value options on the market
Donate? Auction? Burn? Experts weigh in on how the apparel giant should navigate its footwear crisis.
Fubuki snow boots are the warmest, lightest, and most functional winter boots we’ve ever worn
Columnist Eben Weiss argues that any shoe is potentially a great bike shoe
Keep those piggies wiggling, no matter the conditions
This shoe brings carbon-plated speed to the masses
Blisters are history with this snug, no-slip pair
Kicks for logging tarmac miles
Step up your cycling game with these road, gravel, and spin shoes
Quality rubber is the most important part of your crag bag
These rugged runners love to rally
Scarpa is pushing approach shoes to new heights—and distances
A secure connection to your bike starts with your feet
Finally, a hiking boot that can truly do it all
One month and 26,000 votes after kicking off our favored footwear tournament, we have a victor
Six contenders have fallen from the mix. It all comes down to this. Your vote decides the outcome.
It’s time to settle a longstanding debate once and for all. Which sandal will be crowned king?
This simple sandal has everything you need and nothing you don’t
Eight fan favorites. Three head-to-head rounds. Only one winner.
The brand took its time entering the super-shoe race, but its new, responsive model for marathoners was worth the wait
Vasu Sojitra lost his right leg as a baby, and Patrick Halgren lost his left at 23. When the two met and realized their feet were the same size, they've traded shoes ever since.
Make like a hare in any conditions
Testers like eight boots, but we only had room for six. Here’s an all-around boot and a women’s powder-chasing boot that almost made the cut.
This year’s fastest kicks for every kind of terrain
Boots for ice, snow, and steeps
Skimo tech meets four-buckle power
Now’s a great time to save a few bucks on hiking gear
Splash and wade with abandon
Keen's Senior Vice President of Global Supply Chain describes how he got into the shoe business.
Your foot’s one true love is finally here
A little TLC can add years of life to your favorite hikers
Our Minnesotan travel writer spent a year looking for good snow boots. She finally found them.
Between a new wave of sponsored athletes and its forthcoming racing shoes, the legacy running brand wants a bigger piece of the action
They're tough, comfortable, and wildly useful shoes
Winter utility and post-ski comfort
Swiss footwear company On Running is betting on it
The OluKai Pehuea work whether you're on the beach, in town, or on a cruiser bike
Find the trail runners that work best off-trail and in mixed conditions
They’re ideal for casual adventures and chores around the backyard
Amphibious adventures await
Kicks to keep feet fresh no matter what your mileage
From protective equipment to hand sanitizer to donations, here's how gear producers are helping to slow the spread of the virus
The outlandish-looking trail model is designed to enhance stability. Here's how it stacks up.
In a new column, Dr. Brian Cole answers readers' questions about over-the-counter meds and weak ankles
Whether you're staying in a bare-bones A-frame or a decked-out Airbnb, these carry-on-friendly additions will turn any ski cabin into a cozy winter getaway
You don't need mountain trails out your door to get your boots ready for a big hike
Time-tested classics and updated iterations
Comfort and style as you go from lift lines to bar limes
An already excellent shoe gets an upgrade
A pair of presentations explore the biomechanics of the controversial shoe, and whether it wards off marathon-induced muscle damage
Forget dorky sun hats and zip-off pants. These versatile pieces will keep you looking great and your carry-on light—no matter the adventure.
One pair to (mostly) rule them all
One company thinks it can solve the global algae crisis by making sneakers from sludge
Amphibious features make this shoe a no-brainer for warm-weather adventures
Gear hacks for a good backpacking trip when the weather goes bad
Outfit any expedition
Running shoes, technical apparel, sports equipment, oh my! These are all among the products whose price tags could be impacted negatively by the trade war with China.
Plus the gear you need to do it
Reliable gear to help you navigate the unpredictable sport
Our favorite eco-friendly duds
Be cautious, but don't let small things scare you away from a deal
I tracked them down to find out
How will a snowy winter affect your summertime high-country plans in the High Sierra and southern Rockies?
In the past few years, trail runners from the French gear company have started showing up on runways. Why?
A peek at Hydro Flask’s Journey Series hydration pack, Mountainsmith’s Zerk 40L Fastpack, and OluKai's Hawai’iloa boot collection
Never worry about cold feet again
Style and capability, all in one pretty fun package
The Maine gear giant worked with a small backpack brand to design Bean Boots made with sail cloth. We're obsessed.
No matter where or how you ski, you need a pair that fits just right, minimizes sweat, and keeps you warm
A stylish twist on a classic—and supremely comfortable—Danner build
The M1 launched the footwear company we know today
Tricks from a gearhead father
Get-up-and-go capability with dress-up good looks
And what it could mean for the future of footwear
After several rounds of judging, this gear came out on top at last week's trade show