Footwear
LOWA Renegade Evo GTX Mid
Exceptional loaded support, waterproofing and durability, with summer heat and non-resoleable construction as the tradeoffs.
Field-tested gear
Hiking Boot and Outdoor Footwear Reviews
Hiking footwear tested over meaningful distances with loaded packs, wet rock, mud, heat and repeated daily use. We assess fit, support, grip, waterproofing and long-term construction.
4 published reviews
Footwear
Merrell Moab 3 Mid Waterproof
Comfortable and capable on dry trails, but poor wet grip and premature sole separation make it impossible to recommend for hard use.
Footwear
Hoka Kaha 3 GTX
Plush comfort, excellent waterproofing and a stable loaded platform make long days easier, with heat and bulk as the price.
Footwear
Salomon X Ultra 5 Mid GTX
Eighty hikes across Quebec showed excellent grip, low weight and useful midfoot support, plus the heat and durability compromises to know about.