Hoka just released its latest anatomical wonder, the Anacapa. Is it their best hiking boot yet? Learn more in my Hoka Anacapa review
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First-hand reviews of best-selling hiking boots, hiking shoes, & trail running shoes
Hiking Feet helps you find the best footwear for your hikes with first-hand reviews of best-selling hiking boots and shoes. Hiking more than 15,000 miles the past two decades, Editor Jory Brass has personally worn and tested the following brands: adidas TERREX, Altra, Asolo, Brooks, Columbia, Danner, Hi-Tec, HOKA, KEEN, La Sportiva, LOWA, Merrell, Nortiv8, Oboz, On, Salomon, Scarpa, Topo Athletic, and Vasque. Based on his personal hiking experience and his outdoor industry experience, he picks the most promising hiking boots, hiking shoes, and trail running shoes at different price points for in-depth reviews.
Jory personally weighs each pair he tests and then runs it through a gauntlet of test hikes to evaluate its (1) support, (2) weight, (3) fit, (4) comfort, (5) weather protection, (6) traction, and (7) value. Full reviews are based on hundreds of miles of personal hiking experience. Preliminary reviews (usually for brand-new boots and shoes) are based on a miniumum of fifty miles of testing. Last year alone, I hiked 1400 miles, testing 20 pairs on trails in the Rockies and Appalachian mountains.
This site does not post sponsored content or accept free merchandise in exchange for positive reviews. In most cases, I've bought the boots and shoes I review for personal use. In select cases, I will reach out to brands to request a promising pair to review with the explicit understanding that I will only recommend footwear that passes my tests. Occasionally, brands (typically budget brands) will send me samples—which I won't review or recommend unless it's a boot or shoe that's worthwhile. The reviews below are 100% independent and rooted in my personal hiking experience and my profesional experience as the footwear manager at Appalachian Outdoors and Gearhead® Expert at Backcountry, the leading outdoor specialty retailer.
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Hoka Kaha 2 Review: new and improved?
Hoka’s original Sky Kaha drew rave reviews, but what about the new Kaha 2? My Hoka Kaha 2 review has the scoop
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Hoka Trail Code Review: my new favorite
This may be the Hoka you’ve been waiting for. Learn more in this Hoka Trail Code review
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La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX Review: worth it?
The Nucleo High II GTX feels like a standout for men and women who who a lightweight hiking and backpacking boot. For more on its support, weight, comfort, traction, waterproofing, durability, and fit, check out my La Sportiva Nucleo High review.
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Lowa Innox Pro GTX Mid Review: new hybrid
The LOWA Innox Pro is a relatively new boot that LOWA bills as a “game changer” for the brand because it blends the comfort and weight savings of a sneaker with the support of a hiking boot. This “fast-packing” boot is a big departure for LOWA, a good brand for brawny hiking and backpacking boots. […]
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Lowa Renegade GTX review: hall of famer
The Lowa Renegade is a beloved backpacking boot named to Backpacker’s Hall of Fame. My Lowa Renegade GTX review breaks it down to help you decide if this old-timer is a good hiking boot for you
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Merrell Rogue Hiker Review: New for 2023
Want to learn about Merrell’s first performance hiking boot in 40 years? Here’s my first-hand review of the new Merrell Rogue Hiker
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Oboz Bridger Review: the most durable hiking boot
The Oboz Bridger Mid is my go-to hiking boot for moderate to difficult day hikes and backpacking trips. Find out why in my Oboz Bridger review.
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Oboz Sawtooth X Mid Review: good value
The Oboz Sawtooth X Mid is the newest Sawtooth, an Oboz favorite. My Oboz Sawtooth X review has the scoop on the 2020 update
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On Cloudrock review: will performance match price?
The On Cloudrock is a new speed-hiking boot. Does its performance match its price? Find out in this On Cloudrock review
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Salomon Quest 4 Review: The G.O.A.T.
Which backpacking boot is the Greatest of all time? My Salomon Quest 4D review lets you know why so many backpackers consider it the GOAT.
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Scarpa Moraine Review
Refreshed in 2024, the Scarpa Moraine is a midweight hiking boot that might appeal to the average hiker. Learn more in my Scarpa Moraine review
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Scarpa Rush Review: exception to the rule
My Scarpa Rush review scoops one of the rare hiking boot that’s both lightweight and supportive
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Scarpa Rush TRK GTX Review: a new Scarpa
New for 2023, the Scarpa Rush TRK GTX is a supportive but agile hiking boot for tough mountain trails, Learn more in this Scarpa Rush TRK review
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Topo Trailventure 2 Review: New for 2022
Topo Athletic’s Trailventure 2 is new for 2022. Get the scoop with my Topo Trailventure 2 review:
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Vasque Breeze Review: Get It While You Can
The Vasque Breeze was the hiking boot I chose for my first Grand Canyon hike back in 2012. My wife and I both enjoyed hiking in Vasque’s best seller. More than ten years later, the Breeze has declined in price—and in popularity. Have hikers been missing out on a great hiking boot at a great […]
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The adidas TERREX Free Hiker 2 Low is the newest addition to the Free Hiker family. Last year, I reviewed the mid-cut
The adidas TERREX Free Hiker 2 may be a good hiking shoe for the new generation of hikers who prefer a softer,
Altra has never made a hiking shoe—until now. The new Altra Olympus 5 Hike GTX is their first shoe made for hikers,
This review digs into the Danner Trail 2650 hiking shoe. It's Danner's best hiking shoe, named after the 2650-mile Pacific Cres Trail.
KEEN has entered new territory (for them) with the brand new Zionic hiking shoe. Just released in July 2023, the KEEN Zionic
The new LOWA Delago GTX Lo is a niche hiking shoe that's built for tough slogs through the mountains. It's technically a
My Merrell Moab 3 review gives you my first-hand take on the world's most popular—yet polarizing— hiking shoe. On one hand, the
If you're looking for an alternative to the Merrell Moab, maybe you should try the Merrell Nova. Merrell technically calls the Nova
My Oboz Sawtooth X Low review evaluates the 10th ("X") anniversary re-fresh of Oboz's best-selling hiking shoe. I'm no stranger to Oboz
The Salewa Mountain Trainer Lite is an Italian hiking shoe crafted for Alpine adventures. This shoe looks badass, but it's a hard
Salomon's X Ultra hasn't changed much over the years. And why should it?! This hiking shoe has been extremely popular with experienced
The Scarpa Rush 2 GTX just might be the best hiking shoe overall. It balances weight savings and with support better than
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