I don’t associate The North Face with burly hiking boots, the Offtrail Hike LT really can handle tougher trails
HIKING BOOT REVIEWS
Independent reviews from an outdoor industry professional who hikes more than 1000 miles each year testing footwear
Hiking Feet provides EXPERT hiking boot reviews to help men and women find boots that (1) fit their feet and (2) match their hiking styles. Over the past five years, I've tested and reviewed more than 30 different hiking boots. For each review, I personally test each hiking boot on a range of trails to evaluate its support, weight, comfort, fit, weather protection, traction, and overall value.
My hiking boot reviews actually mean something, too. Unlike most reviewers, I'm the former footwear manager at Appalachian Outdoors, a Certified Brand Expert, and someone who's hiked 17,000 miles the past 15 years. Each hiking boot review on Hiking Feet is 100% independent (not influenced or sponsored by brands) and based on my first-hand hiking experience and my 5 years of experience in the outdoor gear industry.
Hiking Boot Reviews
I hike more than 1,000 miles each year testing hiking boots. Hiking Feet's hiking boot reviews focus on perennial best sellers and new hiking boots from a wide range of brands: adidas TERREX, Helly Hansen, HOKA, La Sportiva, LOWA, Mammut, Merrell, KEEN, Oboz, On Salewa, Salomon, Scarpa, The North Face, and Topo Athletic.
Salomon Quest 5 Review: Still the G.O.A.T.
After 5 years, Salomon finally updated the GOAT! Learn more in my Salomon Quest 5 Review.
Salomon X Ultra 360 Review
The entry-level X Ultra hiking boot is a good buy, but is it a good hiking boot? My Salomon X Ultra 360 has the answers
LOWA Renegade EVO GTX Review
The LOWA Renegade EVO GTX is the 2025 update to the classic Renegade GTX. Learn about this EVOlution in my first-hand review
HOKA Mafate X Hike Review
The HOKA Mafate X Hike may be the most unique hiking boot I’ve tested. Learn more in my first-hand review of this new HOKA
Helly Hansen Ascender Mid HT Hiking Boot Review
New for 2025, the Ascender Mid is Helly Hansens’s latest hiking boot. Here’s what I learned when I tested it in New Mexico
Salewa Puez Mid PTX Review
From the summit to the sidewalk, the Salewa Pedroc Air hiking shoe slays
LOWA Innovo GTX Mid Review
The LOWA Innovo Mid GTX may appeal to LOWA lovers looking for a fresher look than the classic LOWA Renegade
Scarpa Rush 2 Pro GTX Review
Scarpa has updated its popular Rush series for 2025 with a nubuck leather version of the Rush 2 Mid. Here’s my take on the new Rush 2 Pro
Oboz Katabatic LT Mid GTX Review
New for 2024, the lightweight Katabatic Mid is a lighter, more athletic hiking boot from Oboz. Here’s how it performed in the field:
Salomon Cross Hike 2 Review: A Peak-to-Pub Pick
Light and stylish, the Salomon Cross Hike 2 works for some hiking styles – and not others. Learn more in my first-hand review:
Salomon X Ultra 5 Mid Review
It’s finally here—the new X Ultra 5—and I’ve already tested it. Check out my full Salomon X Ultra 5 Mid Review
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
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
adidas TERREX Free Hiker 2 Review
The Free Hiker 2 doesn’t crush tough trails, but it’s super-comfortable on easy trails
Scarpa Rush Review: exception to the rule
My Scarpa Rush review scoops one of the rare hiking boot that’s both lightweight and supportive
HOKA Trail Code Review: Cushy HOKA for Hikers
This may be the Hoka you’ve been waiting for. Learn more in this Hoka Trail Code review
Merrell Rogue Hiker Review: Merrell’s Best Hiking Boot
Personally, I’m not a Merrell fan, but the Merrell Rogue Hiker has grown on me. Learn more in my Rogue Hiker review
Oboz Sawtooth X Mid Hiking Boot Review
The Sawtooth X Mid is the 10th (“X”) anniversary update to Oboz’s perennial best seller. Here’s what I learned from testing the X:
Hoka Kaha 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
Topo Trailventure 2 Review: My Go-To for Day Hikes
Topo Athletic’s Trailventure 2 is new for 2022. Get the scoop with my Topo Trailventure 2 review:
HOKA Anacapa Review: The HOKA for Day Hikers
Hoka just released its latest anatomical wonder, the Anacapa. Is it their best hiking boot yet? Learn more in my Hoka Anacapa review
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.
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.
On Cloudrock Review
This updated review compares the old On Cloudrock with the new Cloudrock 2. Does its performance match its price? My On Cloudrock review has the scoop
Hi,
I'm Jory,
the creator and editor of Hiking Feet. Each year, I hike more than 1,000 miles to test best-selling hiking boots and shoes from the best brands, such as Salomon, HOKA, Oboz, Topo Athletic, and La Sportiva. I take each boot out on a series of test hikes to evaluate its support, weight, fit, comfort, weather protection, traction, and value. My reviews are 100% original and independent—not sponsored posts. In many cases, I've hiked hundreds (even thousands) of miles in perennial best sellers featured on this site. At a minimum, I'll hike 30-50 miles in new models before reviewing them. My hiking boot reviews are based on this extensive, first-hand hiking experience—and my experience as a Gearhead® Expert at Backcountry and as the footwear manager at Appalachian Outdoors.
Why Trust Hiking Feet's Hiking Boot Reviews?
Each year, I hike more than 1,000 miles to test and review the year's most promising hiking boots. Over the years, I've personally tested about 40 different hiking boots, spanning most major brands: adidas TERREX, Altra, Asolo, Astral, Bedford, Brooks, Chaco, Columbia, Danner, Helly Hansen, HOKA, KEEN, Kuru, La Sportiva, LOWA, Mammut, Merrell, Nortiv8, Oboz, On, Salewa, Salomon, Scarpa, Teva, Topo Athletic, and Vasque. You'd be hard-pressed to find someone who's personally tested and reviewed more hiking boots than me.
Extensive First-Hand Testing
I personally test each shoe on a minimum of 5 different trails that I hand-pick to test its support, comfort, traction, etc. In many cases, I have hundreds of miles of first-hand experience with the hiking boots I review & recommend.
Outdoor Industry Professional
I not only hike 1000 miles each year but also work in the outdoor gear industry, where I have specialized footwear training and regularly meet with brands to stay up to date
Former Footwear Manager
Unlike other reviewers, I'm the former footwear manager at a hiking & backpacking shop, where I was trained by a licensed podiatrist and personally fit thousands of men & women
100% Independent & Original Content
Unlike sites that publish sponsored posts or paraphrase other site's content, my reviews are 100% independent & original. Every review is based on my personal hiking experience and my professional experience in the outdoor industry.
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Cat, Backcountry Gearhead
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