Latest Approach shoes news
Zamberlan El Cap RR approach shoes review: footwear that’s ready to rock
We take to the rock in Zamberlan’s El Cap RR to asses how this Italian approach shoe fares on difficult scrambling terrain
What is 'scrambling' in hiking? We get hands on
What is scrambling in hiking? Our experts provide insights into the pursuit, looking at how it's graded and recommending some rules to follow
The best approach shoes 2024: for alpine adventures, via ferrata, scrambling, and more
The best approach shoes bridge the gap between climbing and hiking shoes, allowing hikers to get a little bolder and climbers to save their tightest shoes for the hardest routes
Arc’teryx Vertex Alpine GTX approach shoe review: style and performance on above-the-treeline adventures
The close-fitting Arc’teryx Vertex Alpine GTX approach shoe offers reassuring rigidity, protection and grip for battles against gravity
7 reasons you need approach shoes: we get technical
From long walks ins, technical scrambles and easier climbing routes, there are many reasons you need approach shoes for your mountain adventures
Zamberlan Salathé GTX approach shoes review: designed to take you 'from the car to the top'
We get to grips with the Zamberlan Salathé GTX approach shoes, letting these premium scramblers loose on rocky terrain and hikes in the British backcountry
Salewa Mountain Trainer 2 Gore-Tex review: approach shoes that seriously rock
The high-performing Salewa Mountain Trainer 2 Gore-Tex is a classic approach shoe offering reassuring rigidity, grip and protection
The North Face Summit Cragstone Pro Shoes review: superlight and ultra breathable with an innovative lacing system
For rocky approaches and scrambling, this lightweight shoe delivers surprising comfort, great lockdown and is quick to pull on and off
