Let’s face it, sturdy boots are one of the most expensive (and most important) pieces of gear in your hiking or backpacking closet, and researching the latest tech-forward, lightweight and waterproof ...

Don’t knock cold weather adventure until you try it. Hikes during the winter and shoulder seasons — which include March, April, September, October and November — are some of the best times to hit the ...

REI just dropped a big surprise sale on five of the best outdoor gear brands on the market. Through Mar. 3, REI Co-op members (a program worth joining if you haven’t already) can get an extra 25% off ...

Graham Averill is Outside magazine’s national parks columnist, but some of his favorite adventures have happened inside state parks. New perk: Easily find new routes and hidden gems, upcoming running ...

The sun is setting on Vasque, but not before releasing one more boot to keep outdoor enthusiasts out on the trail. Available now is the Horizon, a boot Vasque stated was designed for casual hikers who ...

For years, Vasque has been known for its straight-out-of-the-box comfort and has made a substantial contribution to the world of leather hiking boots with its classic Sundowner. The sportier St. Elias ...

As strict as the stay-at-home orders enacted in many places are, most of them still allow for solo or socially distanced outdoor exercise. Accordingly, if you live close to a trailhead, hiking is ...

Heading out to the trails this fall? For most people, a trail running shoe or light hiking boot works just fine. Lightness and comfort are the buzzwords of the day, as those traditional sturdy boots ...