At two pounds per pair, they're heavier than trail runners, but they offer better ankle stability and warmth without feeling ...

Talk to almost any serious hiker or outdoor-gear enthusiast these days, and you’ll hear the same story: stiff and heavy hiking boots are out, flexible and lightweight trail runners are in.

As for footwear on the trail, lightweight hiking boots quicken your pace and protect you from dreadful mid-hike woes like blisters and sweaty feet. Plus, they add less weight to your pack than a ...

Avid hikers know that finding the right hiking boots can mean the difference between a great adventure and a painful trek. Whether you're scaling mountain trails, braving wet and muddy conditions ...

And there’s nothing worse than having uncomfortable shoes ruin that time. Hiking boots certainly have their place and trail running shoes have a lot to offer, but lightweight hiking shoes may ...

Vivobarefoot's Tracker II FG is a pared-down, flexible and rather luxurious-feeling leather boot has a far thinner sole than you're probably used to in a hiking boot, but it's still warm and ...

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Namely, trail runners are the best lightweight hiking shoes, because they allow your ankles more mobility than a stiff hiking boot. Plus you don’t have to lug over a pound of leather, foam, and rubber ...