Boots Reviews
We tested the best from Muck, North Face, Merrell, Sorel, and more to find the best boots for every romp.
Unlike the Tor Ultra Hi, these boots have a cutout sole. This lightens them up but makes them vulnerable to pointy objects on the trail.
Credit: Ryan Huetter
If you’ve got boots on the brain, we’ve got the reviews. Our fearless boot testers buy the products (just like you) and spend hours wearing and then testing everything from the best hiking boots and top rain boots to the best snow boots and boots for skiing. Finding the right one for your activity, and foot, is a must. Our extensive, side-by-side analysis results in unbiased boot reviews that will keep your feet cozy and moving no matter the adventure.
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Best Winter Boots for Women of 2024
Our expert winter testers took to the trails, streets, and snowbanks to test the market's top-rated winter boots...
Best Rain Boots of 2024
You shouldn't be worrying about warm and dry feet when the weather turns. Our testers put 18 quality rain boots...
10 Best Winter Boots of 2024
Over the last decade, we have tested over 100 pairs of winter boots. We trekked through icy river crossings, did...
Best Ski Boots of 2024
Are you ready for a new men's ski boot? Our industry experts rigorously tested 8 of the top products to bring you our...
Best Winter Boots for Men of 2024
To help you find the best winter boots, we researched the best models available before buying the top to test and...
Best Backcountry Ski Boots of 2024
We have tough and discerning feet, firmly attached to a team of accomplished and motivated backcountry skiers. That...
Best Ski Boots for Women
Need to find a boot that strikes the perfect balance of performance, fit, comfort, and customization? We tested 6 of...
Best Rain Boots for Women
From the showers of spring to summer thunderstorms to the muck of fall and winter, it's always a good time to think...
Best Mountaineering Boots
Trying to find the best mountaineering boot? We've got you covered. Our testers reviewed 9 of the top products on the...
Best Mountaineering Boots For Women
Are you a woman in search of a mountaineering boot? We tested some of the best mountaineering boots for women...Boots Reviews Learning Center
How to Choose the Best Ski Boots
To help you find the best pair of ski boots for your abilities and budget, we're here to help you cut through the...
How to Choose Rain Boots
For anyone living in a rainy climate (and even those who don't), rain boots are a key piece of your footwear arsenal...
How to Choose Winter Boots for Women
Winter can be exceptional with a solid pair of women's winter boots. Making sure a boot fits and provides all the...
How to Choose the Best Mountaineering Boots for Men
Mountaineering boots are an incredibly important piece of gear for the mountaineer, alpine climber, and ice or mixed...
How to Choose Backcountry Ski Boots
Backcountry ski boots bear the weight of a heavy task. Not only do they need to be lightweight and flexible on the up...
How to Choose Women's Ski Boots
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Bogs Workman Review
The Bogs Workman Soft Toe are great boots, a perfect combination of protective and comfortable. They ranked highly in...
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Huk Rogue Wave Review
Our testers are increasingly seeing folks wearing deck boots around town, and the Huk Rogue Wave boots are some of the...
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Bogs SweetPea Review
The Bogs SweetPea boots are trendy with an inconspicuous design and an ankle-height shaft. Described on the Bogs...
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Danner Arctic 600 Side-Zip Review
The Danner Arctic 600 Side-Zip combines quality materials, optimal comfort, and classic mountain aesthetics for...
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Forsake Patch Mid Review
The Forsake Patch Mid bridges the gap between your summer hiking boots and deep winter Pac boots. They are stylish...
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The North Face Chilkat V 400 Review
The North Face Chilkat 400 II is a great all-around winter boot performer, keeping the wearer warm, dry, and...
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Dynafit TLT X Review
The Dynafit TLT X is the latest flagship model in a long line of uphill-oriented ski boots. Dynafit has pushed...
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Rossignol Pure Pro Heat - Women's Review
The Rossignol Pure Pro Heat truly exceeded our expectations, mixing impressive comfort with quality all-around...
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Lange XT3 120 Review
We grant the Lange XT3 120 one of our more specialized awards. It is an excellent product but is really only...
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Kamik Momentum 3 Review
After a month of testing the Kamik Momentum 3, we were utterly impressed with its low-cost price tag and unwavering...
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Tecnica Mach1 MV 130 Review
The Tecnica Mach 1 leads the industry as a race boot-inspired alpine boot that does it all. With excellent...
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Hunter Original Back Adjustable Tall - Women's Review
Hailing from Great Britain, the Hunter Original Adjustable Tall earns our highest accolades once again. This...
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Arc'teryx Acrux AR Review
In the past, if you needed a mountaineering boot with a removable liner (for drying out in your sleeping bag on...
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La Sportiva Trango Tower Extreme GTX Review
The La Sportiva Trango Tower Extreme GTX is our Best Buy Award winner. What makes this boot a good value isn't just...
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Tecnica Cochise 130 DYN GW Review
The Tecnica Cochise 130 receives our Top Pick award for offering performance competitive with the top alpine boots...
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Nordica Promachine 115 - Women's Review
The Nordica Promachine 115 has everything we look for in a ski boot. It provides confidence-inspiring, all-mountain...
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La Sportiva Trango Alp Evo GTX - Women's Review
The La Sportiva Trango Alp is a longtime favorite among our avid mountain athletes. It is not the lightest summer...
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