If you are in the market for an all-weather, winter hiking boot, take note. The new Delta Boot by KEEN is made for both men and women, and is a very capable option for you winter activities. While KEEN is best recognized for their summer waterfront shoes, their sturdy boots are also very [...]
The new Revel winter boots from KEEN are absolutely made for cold weather adventures. When I first received the Revel, I was immediately impressed with how sturdy these boots feel, and how well they seem to be constructed. The sophisticated-looking footbed, which includes wool felt, grabbed my attention, and the razor-cut sipes in the outsole [...]
SANUK! Sannuuuuuuk. Sanuk. If nothing else, it’s just a fun word to say, the way each letter and sound rolls together. It’s hard not to smile when saying Sanuk – and that’s the company’s motto – smile and pass it on. Wearing the Vagabond Chill sandals (yes, I said sandals, not shoes) will definitely put [...]
With Fall upon us, it’s time to break out the jeans, long sleeve shirts, jackets, and boots. For Fall 2011, Chaco is introducing the new Otis Nurl Boot which has a suede upper leather that screems Fall. When I think of the classic Fall look, the Otis Nurl Boots are what I have in mind, [...]
As the Merrell Jungle Moc has been a staple in many peoples shoe wardrobes, it was only time until Merrell Came out with a similar moc to give a little variety to peoples shoe collections. As a current owner of the Jungle Moc slide on’s that have lasted me 10+ years (still going strong), I [...]
Using a trail running shoe for hiking can be beneficial in a number of ways. First, they are typically much lighter than heavier and bulkier hiking shoes. Second, they are typically a lot more comfortable. Third, it’s easy to have one shoe that can do it all. And while trail running shoes are excellent for [...]
Obōz (pronounce it with a long “o”) is a cool little company out of Bozeman, Montana that takes their outdoor footwear seriously. The company was not one I was familiar with, so I couldn’t stop myself from poking around their website to see who they were and what they were all about – take a [...]
When you hear the name Birkenstock, what do you think of? Hippies, 80’s and 90′s, Germany, Boulder, last forever? For me, that’s exactly what I think of. I remember growing up and having a pair of Birkenstock’s that seemed to last forever, well 7 years. They pretty much went with me everywhere I went, [...]
If you need an everyday light weight hiking shoe the Ecco Xpedition Lite is the right shoe for you. I wear them everyday when I go on my daily one to two hour hike on the trails in North Carolina. The first time I used them it had rained early in the morning so when [...]
While Boston has the Green Monster at Fenway Park, Mammut has its own green monster in the Redburn hiking shoe line. The Redburn is a hiking/approach shoe that is perfect for someone looking for a low cut hiking/approach shoe. I personally like a low cut shoe as I don’t need a ton of ankle support, [...]
With Flip Flop season getting into full swing, it’s time to check last year’s flip flops to see if they pass the smell test and can I wear these out in public test. If you find yourself in the boat of needing a new pair of flip flops, it’s worth taking a look at the [...]
When your significant other starts complaining about you wearing your hiking shoes on date night, it might be time to upgrade. And while I don’t mind wearing my hiking and running shoes out on the town, it is nice to have a pair of shoes that have a little bit of an outdoor look, but [...]
As Keen continues to grow outside its popular original Keen Newport water shoe, I decided it was time to see how their hiking shoe line holds up. With a number of my friends wearing Keen hiking shoes on the trails and noticing a number of hikers wearing these shoes, I thought to myself, they must [...]
With warmer weather around the corner and many of us outdoor enthusiast getting excited to hit the trails, it’s time to check our hiking shoes to see if they have enough life to last another season. If you are in the market for a new pair of hiking shoes, I would highly suggest taking a [...]
Over the past year, I have been testing out the Sabino Trail Mid GTX by Montrail. This mid hiking boot/shoe is a lightweight hiking companion that is great for longer day hikes and hikes where you want to keep dirt, mud and snow out while providing additional ankle support. During the dry season and summer months, [...]
Named after a mountain range in Switzerland, the Lowa Albula GTX WS is designed to take you where you want to go, whether near or far. The Albula GTX WS is women’s specific backpacking/trekking boot, hence the WS acronym. Lowa is known for making high quality mountaineering to hiking boots, therefore their standards or definitions [...]
Normally, winter boots fall into two different camps; those that are stylish, yet not so functional, and those that are industrial looking that are designed to tackle just about any amount of snow. Fortunately, Sorel has blended the best of both camps and created a fashionable AND functional winter boot. Make way for Sorel’s Cate [...]
Although the Keen Alta Mid boots aren’t hiking grade boots, they are perfect to compliment your stylish adventures out on the town. The Keen Alta Mid is a full grain leather boot that goes up just above the ankle, i.e. reasoning for calling them a mid. The Alta Mid boots use Keen’s waterproof breathable membrane, [...]
W SmartWool, based out of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, is known for their fun-fashionable use of Merino wool. The Fritter Free Heel Slippers by SmartWool are no exception. The Fritter Free Heel Slippers have a Merino wool and polyester blend upper that is available in 5 different colors, with each color featuring a slightly different design [...]
Orange shoes? Sounds pretty wild, eh? However, I love my new orange Keen Howser slip-ons. First off, Keens calls the color rust, don’t want to confuse you all. If orange is not your color, there are 4 other great colors to check out: mauve wine (purple-ish), English ivy (green), gargoyle (smoke blue), and black. The [...]
Typically, a shoe designed to do everything fails at doing anything well. It strives for mediocrity by being able to function passably at different types of activity. Teva just laid to rest this stereotype by creating a shoe that’s rugged enough to take on serious day hikes, stylish enough to wear out, and comfortable enough [...]
Organic cotton, recycled paper, and recycled car tires. When you here these materials you’re probably not thinking that these are the materials that could make a comfy casual shoe. Fortunately, Simple has mastered the ability to make unique products from as much post consumer content (including the box the shoes came in) and organic materials [...]
Are you one of those people that love your Chaco sandals but when the cold weather comes around, your Chaco’s go into hibernation? New for Fall 2010, Chaco has introduced the ToeCoop and we were lucky enough to get a sneak peek. I am one of those people that tend to wear sandals and flip [...]
