Hiking & Walking

Stay cool and comfortable on your next hike in Arc’teryx’s Alroy pant – just keep an eye on the rather odd sizing

By Sian Lewis Published 1 July 21

Take on the elements in a tough pair of Fjallraven’s Keb trousers, designed with proper adventures in mind

By Sian Lewis Published 1 July 21

New for 2021, the Osprey Tempest Pro (for women) and Talon Pro (for men) 28 litre packs are updated, mountain-ready versions of Osprey’s popular backpacks

By Sian Lewis Published 30 June 21

The Merrell Ontario 85 Wool Mid Waterproof hiking boot combines retro design flair with the latest technology, adding comfort and waterproofing to this stylish boot

By Lauren Allain Last updated 25 June 21

Versus Thick or thin? Wool or synthetic? Here's how to pick the perfect socks to see your comfortably on your way

By Aoife Glass Published 7 June 21

Compression socks could improve hiking performance and aid recovery. Here's what you need to know

By Aoife Glass Published 3 June 21

The Tracker Forest ESC brings Vivobarefoot's minimalist ethos to an ultra high-performance boot

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated 27 May 21

Liberate your feet in a pair of sturdy flip flops – Columbia's Kea II toe post sandals are a cut above your aver with comfortable walking in mind

By Sian Lewis Published 10 May 21

The Columbia Trailstorm Mid boot won't weigh you down – but does it stand up to the elements? Here's our review

By Sian Lewis Last updated 30 April 21

Versus We compare the Scarpa's Mescalito to the Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX, to see if a distance-focused approach shoe or a hybrid hiking shoe will suit you better

By Matt Ray Published 8 April 21

Keen's new Tempo Flex boot boasts a clever rubber section designed to make it feel more flexible around your foot. Does it work? Here's our review

By Sian Lewis Published 7 April 21

Up to 40% on men's, women's and children's hiking boots and shoes during Columbia's Winter Sale

By Troy Fleming Published 18 March 21

Save up to 40% on outdoor footwear for men, women and children during Columbia's Winter Sale

By Troy Fleming Published 11 March 21

Versus The Hanwag Banks Lady and Ariat Skyline Summit women's hiking boots are both excellent all-rounders. But which one is worth your cash?

By Sian Lewis Published 11 March 21

Versus The Keen Terradora II Mid waterproof and the Merrell Bravada Mid waterproof are both popular trainer/hiking boot hybrids – but which is better?

By Sian Lewis Published 11 March 21

Save big and nab a cheap pair of hiking boots on sale at Columbia's Winter Sale with discounts of up to 40%

By Troy Fleming Published 4 March 21

Versus Can't choose between the Hoka TenNine Hike and Columbia Facet hiking boots? Let us guide you

By Mark Mayne Published 3 March 21

Versus Two big-hitter brands come together with two long-running favourite boots in our Hanwag Banks SF Extra GTX vs Berghaus Hillwalker Trek showdown

By Mark Mayne Published 24 February 21

Versus Both the Arc'teryx Acrux TR GTX and Inov-8 Roclite G345 bring plenty of technical expertise to the trails – but which boot is better?

By Mark Mayne Published 19 February 21

How To Here are our top tips for how to break in hiking boots effectively (plus your guide to the hacks that definitely won't work)

By Ash Bhardwaj Published 3 February 21

Thanks to huge advances in walking boot technologies, you can remain sure-footed, supported and protected from the elements, no matter what terrain you’re covering

By Claire Davies Last updated 19 January 21

These UK hikes are ideal for 'social distancing' (and a great replacement for a cancelled foreign holiday)

By Jamie Carter Last updated 19 January 21

Pull on your boot, grab your pack, and leave your worries on the doorstep with this inspiring list of the best hikes in Europe

By Mark Mayne Last updated 19 January 21

The Hanwag Banks Winter GTX is a cold-weather version of a staple hiking boot design. Here's our full review

By Mark Mayne Published 18 December 20

The Hoka One One TenNine Hike GTX certainly stands out from the crowd – but how does that extended sole perform in use? Here's our review

By Mark Mayne Published 17 December 20

The Roclite Pro G 400 GTX are the first to combine Inov-8's Graphene sole unit with a super-protective Schoeller ceramic-coated upper. We put these hiking titans to the test

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated 24 November 20

The Vasque Breeze AT GTX hiking boot ticks all the boxes of stability, comfort, support, and durability

By Lauren Allain Published 21 October 20