For hiking lovers

Salomon X Ultra 4 Mid GTX Review: light hiking boots that feel more like trail runners

The Salomon X Ultra 4 Mid Gore-Tex are light, comfortable hiking boots that behave more like sturdy trail running shoes with ankle support. They’re easy to wear straight out of the box, don’t need much break-in, and have solid grip on most terrains. The Gore-Tex membrane keeps your feet dry in typic...

by Jacques-André Dubois

KEEN Men's Durand II Mid Height Waterproof Hiking Boot Review: wide-foot friendly tank for real trails

The KEEN Men’s Durand II Mid Height Waterproof Hiking Boot is a solid choice if you’ve got wide feet, need real ankle support, and actually get into mud, rocks, and snow. The roomy toe box, decent arch support, and no-break-in comfort are the main selling points for me. Add in the reliable waterproo...

by Zoey Andersen

adidas Men's Terrex AX4 Hiking Shoe Review: light hikers with strong grip but a snug fit

Overall, the adidas Terrex AX4 in Focus Olive/Black/Grey is a solid light hiking shoe with one standout feature: the Continental Rubber grip. On normal day hikes with mixed terrain, it feels secure, reasonably cushioned, and light on the foot. The mesh upper breathes well and dries fairly quickly, w...

by Elouan Laroche

adidas Men's Terrex AX4 Gore-tex Hiking Sneaker Review: waterproof trail tank disguised as a sneaker

The adidas Terrex AX4 Gore‑Tex is basically a low-cut hiking shoe disguised as a sporty sneaker. It’s not flashy, it’s not super soft, but it does the core job well: it grips hard and keeps your feet dry. The Continental outsole and Gore‑Tex membrane are the stars here. If your weekends involve mudd...

by Aisling McKenna

GARMONT TACTICAL T8 NFS 670 Review: fast, light-duty combat boots that feel like sneakers

The GARMONT TACTICAL T8 NFS 670 is a light, comfortable combat-style boot that makes sense if you spend long days on your feet and need something AR 670-1 / AFI compliant. It feels more like a sturdy high-top sneaker than a brick, with a decent insole, good grip, and a break-in period that’s noticea...

by Riley Kingston

KEEN Men's Targhee 3 Low Review: Wide, tough hikers that feel like daily beaters

The KEEN Men’s Targhee 3 Low Height Waterproof Hiking Shoes are reliable, wide, and built to work, not to impress on Instagram. The main strengths are the roomy toe box, solid arch and heel support, and real waterproofing that actually keeps your feet dry in puddles and wet grass. The leather feels...

by Elias Sorensen

GARMONT TACTICAL T8 NFS 670 Review: fast, light boots that feel more like sneakers than rucks

Overall, the GARMONT TACTICAL T8 NFS 670 boots are a solid choice if you care more about comfort, speed, and all-day wear than about having the toughest, stiffest boot on the market. Once broken in, they feel close to a high-top athletic shoe with actual support: light, fairly breathable, and easy t...

by Nia Mbatha

KEEN Voyageur Mid Hiking Boot Review: breathable trail boots that feel like chunky sneakers

After using the KEEN Men’s Voyageur Mid Height Hiking Boot for a while, I’d sum it up like this: very comfortable, very breathable, decent trail performance, with some design quirks and durability question marks. If you like KEEN’s wide toe box and you want a boot that feels closer to a beefy sneake...

by Dylan Everett

KEEN Women's Voyageur Mid Hiking Boots Review: breathable trail workhorses if you hate sweaty feet

Overall, the KEEN Women's Voyageur Mid Height Breathable Hiking Boots are solid, practical boots for people who care more about comfort and airflow than walking through streams with dry socks. They offer a roomy fit, especially in the toe box, decent arch support, and good heel hold. On typical trai...

by Zoey Andersen

Timberland PRO 6IN Direct Attach Steel Toe Review: solid, heavy-duty work boots that keep your feet dry and safe

Overall, the Timberland PRO 6IN Direct Attach Steel Toe MaxTRAX boots are solid, no-nonsense work boots that focus on protection, grip, and durability more than on being light or stylish. The steel toe, EH rating, waterproof nubuck leather, 200g insulation, and MaxTRAX slip-resistant outsole all wor...

by Aisling McKenna

14 best hiking boots with anti-slip soles: our comparison (2026)

by Aisling McKenna

Top 10: best heavy duty hiking boots (2026)

by Dylan Everett

Merrell Men's Moab 3 Mid Waterproof Hiking Boot Review: the reliable daily hiker that feels good right out of the box

Overall, the Merrell Men’s Moab 3 Mid Waterproof is a reliable, comfortable mid hiking boot that does exactly what most people need on the trail. It’s comfortable right out of the box, has solid grip thanks to the Vibram TC5+ outsole, and the waterproofing actually keeps your feet dry in normal rain...

by Zoey Andersen

Thursday Captain Men’s Lace-up Boot 11 Whiskey Stormking Review: Tough everyday boot that cleans up well

The Thursday Captain in Whiskey Stormking is a pretty solid everyday boot if you’re looking for one pair that can cover a lot of situations: office, weekends, nights out, and bad weather days. The leather is good for the price, the lined interior and cork midsole make them comfortable after a short...

by Riley Kingston

Salomon Men's X Ultra Pioneer Climasalomon Waterproof Review: a solid waterproof trail shoe you can also wear to work

After wearing the Salomon X Ultra Pioneer Climasalomon Waterproof for everyday use and a few hikes, my take is pretty straightforward: it’s a solid, no-nonsense waterproof shoe with good support, but it’s not the softest, lightest, or coolest option out there. Where it shines is in bad weather and o...

by Elias Sorensen

Timberland PRO 6IN Direct Attach Soft Toe Review: a waterproof work boot that’s comfy but not safety-rated

The Timberland PRO 6IN Direct Attach Soft Toe MaxTRAX Work Boot is a solid choice if you want comfort, waterproofing, and serious slip resistance without a safety toe. After wearing the 10.5 Wide Wheat Nubuck version for regular work and everyday use, the main strengths for me were how quickly they...

by Maeve Fitzroy

Wolverine Spencer Waterproof Hiking Boot Review: solid daily beater for wet and rough conditions

The Wolverine Spencer Waterproof Hiking Boot is a practical, no-nonsense choice if you want one boot that can handle bad weather, rough ground, and long days on your feet. It’s not light, it’s not flashy, and it doesn’t have fancy brand-name soles, but it does the basics well: it keeps your feet dry...

by Zoey Andersen

KEEN Men's Targhee II Mid Hiking Boot Review: wide, comfy tank for everyday trails

The KEEN Men’s Targhee II Mid Waterproof in Wide is basically a comfort-first hiking boot for people with wider feet who do regular trails, wet grass, and everyday outdoor stuff. The biggest strengths are the roomy toe box, easy out-of-the-box comfort, and solid waterproofing for typical hiking cond...

by Elouan Laroche

KEEN Utility Men's Lansing Low Steel Toe Review: wide, tough, but watch the sizing

The KEEN Utility Lansing Low steel toe is a wide, supportive work shoe that does its main job well: protect your feet and keep you reasonably comfortable through long shifts. The asymmetrical steel toe, roomy wide fit, and decent cushioning make a clear difference compared to cheap, flat safety snea...

by Dylan Everett

Timberland PRO 6IN Direct Attach Work Boot Review: classic-looking work boots that focus on comfort and grip

After wearing the Timberland PRO 6IN Direct Attach Soft Toe MaxTRAX boots for a while, my conclusion is pretty straightforward: they’re comfortable, they grip well, and they handle wet conditions nicely, but they’re not heavy-duty safety boots. The soft toe design makes them lighter and easier on yo...

by Nia Mbatha