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Your everyday kicks aren't always comfortable. These new stylish, eco-friendly sneakers are.
They really do matter just as much as your boots, so choose wisely
New sandals and boots combine Chaco’s hallmark comfort with the style you want in everyday life
Embracing fringe season means preparing for everything
Altra's zero-drop, wide toe-box trail runners—which have become insanely popular with thru-hikers—are designed to mimic your foot's natural shape
Parent company VF will also bring Eagle Creek, Altra, and JanSport to its new Colorado headquarters
Beefed up or thinned down, flip-flops are the perfect summer shoe.
No need to simply toss your flips after running them into the ground
The first-of-its-kind approach shoe returns in spring 2019
The 33-year-old is next in line to be CEO of the company her great grandfather founded in 1928
We took a n00b friend into the backcountry and shot video
The shoe brand worked with a pair of Honolulu artists to incorporate home-grown indigo plants into its fabrics
And how to know when it's time to splurge on a new pair
Turns out the brand that makes my favorite PFDs also knows its footwear
Proceeds from each sale fund scholarships for East African nursing students
The White House didn't include outdoor apparel or gear on its 58-page list of taxed Chinese imports, but that could change
What does this mean for U.S. consumers?
Say goodbye to cement blocks—the latest crop of hiking shoes and boots is lighter and comfier than ever
Because winter would be a whole lot bleaker if it meant running on a treadmill every day
The author spent the season testing the warmest kicks in Canada's Yukon Territory. Here are her favorites.
Fear not winter’s harshest bite with these foul-weather friends
The next phase of FKT-worthy custom gear puts consumers in the design chair
Funding the difficult recovery period with footwear
From surf to city, these do-it-alls look as good as they perform
The classic design hasn't changed much because it doesn't need to—it's darn near perfect
Recommendations for how to safely enjoy the sun, sand, and water
Meet the women behind a new wave of companies that are using footwear to solve global problems
Though created with older athletes in mind, these items are essential for every athlete—regardless of age
Travel sandals have to be comfortable, but taking care of your feet needn’t mean sacrificing style. These strappy new kicks look and feel great.
It’s the one made especially for you, based on 3-D scans of your feet. And it's coming.
They’re often billed as part of the shoe-fit system, and many claim to alleviate common foot ailments like plantar fasciitis and metatarsalgia. Are they worth your money?
Everything—from our favorite rugged suitcase to the world's most comfortable shoes—except the lift ticket
Vasque Sundowner: A svelte hiking boot that serves as a testament to how well-made products can endure despite evolving design trends.
The world's leading design center for outdoor footwear—everything from featherweight climbing shoes to hard-shelled mountaineering stompers—is a small city in northern Italy where craftsmanship reigns.
A sturdy, purpose-made fishing boot that has become the gold standard of footwear in the 49th state.
Bright white, old school, and way too nice to actually wear on the court
Our favorite kit for trail riding and racing.—Aaron Gulley Our favorite kit for trail riding and racing.—Aaron Gulley (Michael Karsh) Leatt 3DF Air Flex elbow and knee pads Finally, guards made for all-day…
Put some bounce in your step with the season's best road running shoes.
These 15 progressive companies are making sustainable clothing that looks as great as it wears.
That’s the big question as the women’s athletic apparel maker prepares to open its first brick-and-mortar nest this summer in Seattle.
Hey, outdoor-equipment companies: Please stop ignoring women who rip
What to do when it's dark and frigid outside? We have some ideas. For starters, try building a backyard sauna, mixing up a powerful cocktail, joining a mountain race, mixing up a powerful cocktail, joining a mountain race, creating the perfect cabin fire, learning to dogsled, swinging a war hammer, kicking back with a classic adventure book, or escaping to a tropical island. Just hurry up—spring will be here before you know it.
Because even a great pair of socks can make getting fit more doable
The only gear you need for long hauls, tested over who-knows-how-many miles.
You'll need lots of plaid, flannel, a pair of work boots, and a cap. With earflaps.
Lightweight, durable, and comfy, this gear finds its way into Chris Solomon's pack every time he heads out the front door.
The move to laces on high-end cycling shoes may come across as crass marketing. But the fact is, they work.
Crying babies, endless delays, and that one aggressive seat-kicker are almost inevitable travel companions. Doesn't mean you can't have a nice journey: savvy packing will keep you collected and calm. We can't promise the same for the new parents across the aisle.