Latest hiking footwear news
Aku Slope V-Light GTX: Aku’s historic Slope hiking boot gets a sustainable makeover
We take to the jagged, soaring peaks of the Dolomites in Aku’s revamped classic, the Slope V-Light GTX
Are water shoes good for hiking? Can you go from sea to summit in the same pair?
We consider whether or not water shoes are good for hiking, revealing the products that we think tick the boxes when it comes to different kinds of walks
How to tie hiking boots: top tips for increased foot comfort on the trails
Don’t tie yourself in knots trying to find the right fit for the trails, our guide on how to tie hiking boots is here to help
Haglöfs Duality AT1 GTX Mid hiking boots review: with midsole-swapping adaptability
Haglöfs Duality AT1 GTX Mids are high-quality waterproof hiking boots with interchangeable midsoles that provide two different degrees of support
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
Can you rely on budget hiking boots?
We consider if you can rely on budget hiking boots and advise on when it’s okay to spend a little less and when you really need to splash the cash
How hiking boots are made: from design and materials to production and testing
We follow every step, from a twinkle in the eye of a designer to a trail-ready boot fit for the backcountry
Inside an Italian hiking boot factory: we explore Aku’s impressive HQ
We take a tour of premium trekking and mountaineering footwear brand Aku’s Montebelluna factory on the edge of the Italian Dolomites
