June 2026

Heel Slip on Hiking Boots: Lacing Locks, Tongue Pads, and the Two-Sock System That Actually Stops Hot Spots

Hiking and Trekking Events

National Trails Day on Saturday: How to Find a Real Trail Work Day Near You (And Why It Pays You Back in Miles)

The Sierra Without Permits: Five Eastern Sierra Day Hikes You Can Walk Up to on a Tuesday in June

Danner Recrafting Is $100 and Limmer Resoles Boots from the 1970s: When Resoling Beats Replacing, and When It Does Not

Best Backpacking Boots Right Now: What Beats the Salomon Quest 5 for Stability, and the Hoka Kaha 3 for Comfort

Friction Labs Magic Chalk Ball Review: premium chalk in a simple refillable sock

BECOJADDE 15L Small Hiking Backpack Review: a compact packable daypack that keeps things simple

Bseash 80L Backpack Review: huge capacity on a small budget, with a few trade-offs

Trekking Pole Inflation: Why $200 Carbon Poles Cracked in the Sierra While $40 Aluminum Held

NORTIV 8 Men's Tactical Boots Review: budget-friendly duty boots with a handy side zipper

EINSKEY Wide Brim Sun Hat Review: cheap, practical shade for brutal sun days

Colorado's New Bear Fine Is $1,000 on First Offense: What Changes at Every Campground This Summer

Dr. Scholl's Heavy Duty Support Insole Review: budget-friendly relief for big guys on their feet all day

Salewa Mountain Trainer Mid GTX Review: stiff mountain boots that feel secure straight out of the box

Salewa Crow Gore-Tex Review: stiff, precise boots that shine in the mountains but not in town

Merrell Men's Moab 3 Mid GTX Review: the reliable all-round hiking boot that just works

Mammut Mercury IV Mid GTX Review: light hiking boots that handle real weather without killing your feet

Lincoln Woods Trail Closes June 15 Through November: Your Alternatives for the Pemi Loop and Bonds

Hiking Techniques

Your First 95-Degree Hike: How Timing, Fabric, and Electrolytes Keep a Hot Day from Going Sideways

KEEN Targhee III Mid Waterproof Review: wide, comfy boots with a few durability question marks

Merrell Men's Moab 3 Mid GTX Review: a reliable daily hiking boot that just works

Berghaus Hillmaster II GTX Review: solid leather boots for wet British hikes

KEEN Targhee III WP Review: wide, comfy hiking shoes that trade weight for stability

Grisport Saracen Hiking Boots Review: solid daily walking boots that feel built to last

Men's Hiking Boots in 2026: Why Last Shape Matters More Than Brand, and Which Lasts Fit Which Feet

NORTIV 8 Men's Waterproof Hiking Boots Review: Cheap workhorse boots for daily miles

Skechers Relment Pelmo Review: waterproof hiking boots that feel like comfy trainers

XPETI Men's Waterproof Hiking Boots Review: budget boots that actually keep your feet dry

HI-TEC Tec Storm Waterproof Walking Boot Review: budget-friendly daily walkers that trade price for long-term toughness

NORTIV 8 Men's Waterproof Hiking Boots JS19001M Review: budget boots that get the job done (with a few limits)

NORTIV 8 Armadillo Hiking Boots Review: cheap workhorse boots for daily walking

Columbia Newton Ridge Plus II Waterproof Review: budget-friendly boots that mostly get the job done

NORTIV 8 Armadillo Hiking Boots Review: budget boots that actually handle real miles

Karrimor Men's Bodmin Weathertite Hiking Boots Review: budget boots that actually cope with real weather

Karrimor Men's Bodmin Weathertite Hiking Boots Review: budget boots that actually handle real weather

NORTIV 8 Men’s Waterproof Hiking Boots Review: budget-friendly boots that actually hold up on rough walks

XPETI Men's Waterproof Hiking Boots Review: budget-friendly boots that actually keep your feet dry

Northwest Territory Inuvik Boots Review: budget dog-walking tanks that actually stay dry

riemot Snow Boots Review: budget winter boots that do the job (with a few catches)

BootBuddy Shoe & Boot Cleaner Brush Review: the boot cleaner that actually keeps mud out of the house

Boot-Fix Shoe Glue Review: the small tube that actually keeps your soles on

Grangers G‑Wax Review: cheap, simple boot wax that just keeps leather alive

Kaps Dubbin for Leather Boots Review: cheap, simple, and it actually keeps water out

NORTIV 8 Men's Waterproof Hiking Boots Review: budget boots that get the job done

NORTIV 8 Men's Waterproof Hiking Boots Review: budget-friendly boots that can actually take a beating

XPETI Thermator Hiking Boots Review: budget winter boots that do the job (with a few caveats)

HI-TEC Tec Storm Waterproof Walking Boot Review: budget-friendly daily walker with a few trade-offs

Mountain Warehouse Adventurer Mens Waterproof Hiking Boots Review: budget boots that get the job done (with some trade-offs)

Top Hiking boots for backpacking trips

The Running-Shoe Takeover of Hiking: Why the Mafate Hike, Ultra Raptor 3, and Targhee Apex Signal a Category Shift

Top Hiking boots with aggressive traction

Hiking Accessories

Bear Canisters in 2026: BearVault BV ONE Versus the Old Cylinder, and When a Ursack Actually Passes Muster

Top Hiking boots for hunting

PCT, AT, and CDT in July: Where Thru-Hikers Are Right Now, What Trail Reports Say, and the Windows Closing Fast

Columbia Newton Ridge Plus II Suede WP Review: budget hiking boots that feel like comfy sneakers

TrailBuddy Trekking Poles Review: budget-friendly poles that actually feel trustworthy

Trekology Trek-Z Hiking Poles Review: budget-friendly folding poles that actually feel solid

Mountain Warehouse Adventurer Womens Waterproof Walking Boots Review: budget-friendly boots for dog walks and light hikes

NORTIV 8 Armadillo Hiking Boots Review: budget workhorse for wet and muddy miles

Mountain Warehouse Adventurer Mens Waterproof Hiking Boots Review: budget boots that do the job (with a few catches)

NORTIV 8 Women’s Waterproof Hiking Boots Review: cheap, comfy trail boots if you size them right

CC-Los Men's Waterproof Walking Boots Review: budget-friendly wide boots that get the job done

Topwolve A20 Hiking Boots Review: cheap waterproof-ish trail shoes that are better for dry walks than serious hikes

VTASQ Rose Red Hiking Boots Review: budget waterproof hikers that aren’t really waterproof

Hiking Gear Breathable Lightweight Outdoor Men's Shoes Review: budget boots for casual trails

VTASQ Hiking Boots Review: cheap waterproof hikers that feel cheap too

VTASQ Hiking Boots Review: cheap waterproof boots that aren’t really waterproof

Men's Handmade Orthopedic Outdoor Loafers Review: comfy wide fit, but with a few red flags

Luxsines/Dallader Leather Boots Review: budget “orthopedic” work boots with a few catches

Men's Handcrafted Leather Waterproof Non-Slip Orthopaedic Ankle Boots Review: comfy-looking budget shoes with some weird details

Generic Waterproof Hiking Boots Review: cheap wide-fit boots for light walks, not serious mountains

WardWolf 25-Spike Crampons Review: solid winter grip for casual hikers on a budget

Women's Handmade Leather Orthopedic Comfy Shoes Review: basic-looking boots that are all about comfort, not branding

BRS-S1A Crampons Review: budget spikes that feel more serious than they look

Grivel Explorer M (L) Review: tough micro-crampons for real winter hikes, not for the corner shop

TREKOLOGY Microspikes Review: budget crampons that grip hard on winter trails

Piscorush 24-Spike Crampons Review: budget ice grips that actually bite into the ground

Northwest Territory INUVIK Men’s Hiking Boots Review: waterproof leather boots that feel built for dog walks more than hardcore trekking

AZTREK Ridgeway M750B Review: budget leather hikers that get the basics right

Scarpa Cyrus 2 Mid GTX Review: comfy everyday walking boots that feel broken-in from day one

Meindl Bellavista MFS Walking Boot Review: solid leather hikers that shine on long, wet days

Scarpa Cyrus 2 Mid GTX Women’s Review: comfy everyday boot for easy hikes and wet pavements