Altra has launched two new hiking boots that are lightweight, but don't compromise on grip. The Altra Timp Hiker and its waterproof counterpart, the Timp Hiker GTX, both have a Vibram Megagrip outsole ...

Lightweight trail shoes now dominate the trails, so do you still need boots? Here’s how to choose the right footwear for your ...

The Lone Peak is one of Altra's legendary footwear franchises. You can get them as trail running shoes or hiking boots, depending on how much ankle protection you need and how fast you're planning on ...

As one of the most accessible outdoor activities, hiking requires little to no equipment outside of proper clothing, a ...

When I’m off on a gear-testing adventure, I try to find a location that’s rugged, remote and has a wide variety of weather conditions so I can really put my hiking gear through the wringer. So, when I ...

They even help me stay on my feet for longer on travel days. I’ll always be more into luxurious spa days than rugged outdoor adventures, but as a travel writer, I find myself in some of the most ...

Gone are the days when heavy hiking boots were the only option to accompany you on the trails, whether or not you actually needed the weight, structure and rigidity that accompanied them. These days, ...

Backpackers can be pretty fickle—always chasing new gear and new trends, in search of the next cottage company that can shave a few ounces off their base weight. But there is one piece of gear that ...

Choosing shoes is the most important gear decision to make before a thru-hike. But with so many options to sift through, each with its own dedicated fanbase, it can be hard to know which is right for ...

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