Adventures come in all sizes, from the modest to the epic. For adventures that fall within the in-between, there are times when the outdoor enthusiast selects footwear that either outmatches the adventure, or leaves them longing for something more. Lighter than a dedicated hiking boot yet, heavier than full-bore trail runners, the Hinterland Low from Chaco looks to strike the ideal balance between both worlds filling that “just right” niche.
There’s something to be said for a company that is constantly evolving. Constantly striving for better form, better function. It’s one of the reasons our team has always respected the KEEN brand, and the new Marshall collection is no exception. Designed with an athletic mindset to meet the demands of todays fast and light hikers, the Marshall collection is the perfect outdoors partner for light hikers, fastpackers, and worldly scramblers.
Let’s be honest, in busy world, everyone could do with a little more flip flop in their lives. Mixing contemporary urban trends and distinct Brazilian beach fun, Rider sandals and slide sandals are designed so you can go from surf to sand to street and back with equal ease and performance. It’s a distinctive lifestyle kick that’s not only comfortable, but built with the best interest of your feet and planet in mind.
Columbia knows that your adventures vary as much as the conditions outdoors, so they designed the Powerdrain Cool™ Shoe with OmniFreeze Zero for adventures big and small; dry and sopping wet. Whether you’re exploring slot canyons, trail running in the rain, or charging through city street puddles, Columbia’s Powerdrain Cool™ for men and women offers a prime choice for hybrid adventures.
A truly useful tool can do more than one thing. That seems to be the philosophy behind the new Æscent from Five Ten. Five Ten says that they have made this classic “approach” shoe the lightest, strongest, best-performing kick available. After spending a few months putting miles on the shoe, we’d be hard pressed to disagree. Simply put, when you need surefooted stability, the Æscent has got you covered every step of the way.
While you’ve been out tackling the trail in sub-par socks wondering why your feet are uncomfortable, the crew at Darn Tough has been hard at work making their best hiking sock even better in the new Hike/Trek socks for men and women.
If nothing comes between you and your daily run or hike, then you need the right gear to keep you prepared for everything from gray windy days to those not-so-ideal weather conditions. With the Arapahoe Ridge Jacket from GoLite, you’ve got a layer ready to keep you fast on your feet without sacrificing protection from the elements as you run, bike, hike and explore your world.
Although it’s zero-drop at heart and minimalist by design, the Lone Peak 1.5 from Altra Zero Drop doesn’t skimp on the features you need to tackle rough trails. Get ready to slide your foot inside this zero-drop trail runner and set your feet free on the trail.
For days on the trail, you like to keep things simple and stick to the necessities. If your seeking a hiking boot that matches your light and simple philosophy, look no further than Ahnu’s Elkridge Mid WP hiking boot. A full featured boot in a mid-cut style, the Elkridge Mid waterproof boot is a highly capable do-it-all hiker that won’t let you down.
There’s no need for you to travel to white sandy beaches of Oahu to embody the beach lifestyle (although it wouldn’t hurt). Simply slip your feet into the OluKai Men’s Hokua Sandals, kick back and enjoy a new level of comfort and performance. When it comes to meshing the world of comfort, durability and technology, the Olukai Hokua Sandal may just take the cake.