Main photo: The Altra Lone Peak 3.0 Mids on a very soggy PCT near Siskiyou Pass. All purchases made through affiliate links help support the costs and operations of PCT: Oregon. For more information on PCT: Oregon gear reviews, click here. All footwear items were tested in a variety of weather, temperature and trail conditions. These reviews are based on the personal experiences of guidebook author Eli Boschetto. This is a great boot choice if you’re thinking about some off-season hiking. This kept me planted firmly on my feet as I hopped over wet rocks or slogged up soggy trail surfaces. My favorite feature of these boots is their Vibram Nuasi XSTrek outsole and its ability to adhere to slick terrain. Constructed of waterproof nubuck leather with Vasque’s own UltryDry lining, I was able to break these in comfortably in just a couple of hikes. Try as I might to get them wet inside-including hiking thru plenty of water, rain and snow-the Talus Treks kept my feet warm and dry every time. I spent a lot of this past winter and spring in these sturdy, all-leather hiking boots. This durable, all-season hiker shines best when the trail conditions go south. I’ve tackled every kind of terrain in my Renegades and they take it all in stride, keeping me moving comfortably down the trail. Because of their durable construction, this is one of my boots of choice for hiking during the shoulder seasons-spring and fall-when weather is typically cooler and wetter and trail conditions may be a little more unpredictable. With every pair, there has only been minimal break-in time before they’re conformed to my feet and feeling good. These sturdy leather boots sport a Gore-Tex liner, Vibram Evo outsole and full-length shank for maximum support. I’m currently on my third pair of Renegades. This classic hiker is sturdy and comfortable over big miles on big trails. I’m looking forward to more miles in these this summer. The Vibram Nano outsole performed admirably on everything from duffy forest tread to rocky scree. These lightweight boots sport a combination leather and Gore-Tex nano-cell mesh upper which gives the top of the feet plenty of protection while venting the bottom of the feet to keep them cool and dry-great for summer trekking! I also like the 3D Flex ankle which gives me the extra support of a high boot that I like, while also allowing a little flexibility so I don’t feel locked into a rigid boot. I’ve spent the fewest miles in the Nucleo, but what I have experienced so far I’m already impressed. With maximum breathability, these hikers are nimble over rough terrain. As they don’t provide any water repellence, they would not be my first choice on an extended trek, but for conditioning hikes and fast summer outings, these are a worthy performer. All this kept my feet very secure while tackling every kind of trail terrain. Designed as both a runner and a hiker, its support system includes assymetrical cuffs, differential ankle pads and Vibram Fast Trail outsoles. Constructed with a hybrid 3D mesh and microfiber upper, the 9.81 Speed III offers superior breathability to keep feet cool and comfy. This low, light hiker took me a couple outings to find my groove in, but once I did I really enjoyed its solid fit and performance. Light and fast, these runners are great for dayhikes and weekend backpacks. Both models sport a breathable Polartec NeoShell upper for fantastic weather and water resistance, while the unique MaxTrac with TrailClaw outsole provides impressive trail traction when taking on both big ascents and steep descents. Both pairs were out-of-the-box comfy, and I especially like the extra-wide toebox so there’s no friction on the tender pinkies. I loved the runners for conditioning hikes when carrying a light daypack for longer hikes under a heavy pack I preferred the Mids for their added ankle support and stability. Ready for light and fast? Through the spring, I put a ton of miles on two pairs of Lone Peak trail shoes-the Low runner and the Mid boot. These ultralight runners/hikers can take on big terrain in any kind of weather. Here are the trail shoes that made my list. Others, not so much and are going into the donation bin. Some performed fantastically well and will now be part of my gear closet. That being said, in the early months of this year, I was able to get out and sample some new and updated trail footwear. It’s definitely not the same as recommending a tent or water filter. What works great for one person may not be so great for another. Choosing hiking footwear is a very personal subject, so recommending hiking footwear is a very subjective matter.
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