After graduating from high school, instead of forging ahead along the traditional path of higher education, I decided to enroll in the National Outdoor Leadership School for a semester spent entirely ...

Well, I wouldn’t describe the don’t-mink-oil-boots advice as common knowledge, but the outdoor boot world has known for a while that it’s not the wisest thing to do. (Quite apart from what might ...

When exposed to rain or melted snow, your leather boots can lose their natural moisture. Exposure to water and other liquids ...

Whether you're backpacking or day hiking, a good pair of hiking boots makes all the difference. These are the best women's ...

You re having a hard time because hardly anyone makes leather-lined boots these days. Most makers use a knit nylon, as it requires no break-in and is pretty durable (also probably simplifies ...

Nothing can ruin a hike faster than wearing the wrong shoes. So if you plan on immersing yourself in the Great Outdoors this season, it’s time to invest in a top-notch pair of hiking shoes. The ...

A reliable pair of waterproof leather hiking boots is a great buy for any keen walker – and we've compared two of the top-performing (not to mention best-looking) women's hiking boots on the market to ...

In 1932, the story goes, Charles Danner headed west to Portland, Oregon, and began crafting rugged boots for the Pacific Northwest’s toughest loggers and woodsmen. This tradition of building boots ...

We may think we can hike in any old sneakers, but that’s simply not true. Choosing the best hiking boots will keep us safe and comfortable on all sorts of rugged terrains, and will work with our hike ...

Which hiking boots for women are best? Clean air, the feel of the sun on your face, the soft murmur of a babbling brook: these are some of the pleasures of hiking. Spending time on the trail is one of ...