For hiking lovers

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

Timberland Mt Maddsen Review: waterproof leather hikers that feel more like everyday boots

Overall, the Timberland Mt Maddsen is a solid all-rounder if you want one pair of boots that can handle bad weather, light to moderate hiking, and everyday use. The full-grain leather, decent grip, and reliable waterproofing are the main strengths. Comfort is good out of the box and gets better afte...

by Elouan Laroche

Ranking of the 11 best full grain leather hiking boots (2026)

by Dylan Everett

Timberland PRO Pit Boss 6" Soft Toe Review: the classic work boot that trades comfort for toughness

The Timberland PRO Pit Boss 6" Soft Toe is a classic, no-frills work boot that focuses more on toughness than comfort. The leather is thick, the outsole grips well, and the overall build can handle daily abuse on construction sites, in warehouses, or for general trade work. If you look at that long...

by Elias Sorensen

The 12 best heavy duty hiking boots (2026)

by Zoey Andersen

Danner Mountain 600 Review: waterproof hikers that feel more like sneakers than boots

Overall, the Danner Mountain 600 Waterproof Hiking Boots are a very comfortable, versatile option if you want one pair that can handle both everyday wear and real trails. The big selling points for me are the comfort right out of the box, the reliable grip from the Vibram Megagrip sole, and the soli...

by Nia Mbatha

Merrell Women's Moab 3 Mid Waterproof Hiking Boot Review: reliable daily hiker that feels broken-in on day one

The Merrell Women’s Moab 3 Mid Waterproof in Bungee Cord is a practical, comfortable hiking boot that does what most people actually need: decent support, good grip, real waterproofing, and all-day wearability without a painful break-in. It’s not the lightest shoe on earth, and it’s not some fashion...

by Maeve Fitzroy

KEEN Targhee III Waterproof Mid Review: wide-fit hiking boots that feel like daily beaters

The KEEN Men’s Targhee III Waterproof Mid in a wide fit is a practical choice if you’ve got wide or sensitive feet and need a boot that can handle real trails and daily use. The big wins are the roomy toe box, the firm and supportive sole, and the reliable waterproofing. They feel stable on uneven g...

by Zoey Andersen