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We test the Hi-Tec Altitude Lite - a boot that aims to be minimal on price as well as on weight
We test the Arc'teryx Bora 2 Mid GTX, which is an innovative approach to hiking boots that you'll probably either love...
We review the Columbia Peakfreak XCRSN Mid to see if its performance matches up to its good looks
We put La Sportiva's Trango S Evo GTX to the test to see if this made-for-mountains boot is as serious as looks.
Are the Merrell Freewheel Chukkas a 'sleek spin on a classic design' as Merrell claim? We put them to the test.
We hit the dirt tracks in Merrell’s latest trail running shoe to put them to the test on the stony paths of the...
The Icebug Ardor OLX is one of the best rough trail sports shoe in our review section.
The Quest 4D GTX represents the next generation of mountain footwear, with Salomon applying their acclaimed trail...
Keen are perhaps more renowned for sandals than boots, but the Gypsum proves that they have expertise in substantial...
Ultralight and influenced by Salomon's offroad running know-how, the X Tracks Mid is a great halfway house between...
Premium materials and construction values give the Ranger a feel of reassuring quality. One-piece calf leather uppers...
Loaded with technical features, the Teton is ideal for multi-day trekking routes. A striking highlight is the Rolling...
Make light work of hiking and adventure travel in the Respond Mid, which combines the comfort and feel of a trail shoe...
Mid cut walking boots like this make perfect sense for really active travellers who want to avoid restrictive, clumpy...
When kids get outdoors they need the same levels of support and comfort as any adult. That's why The North Face build...
