Day hiking in the Rockies can be a nice way to train your feet up.
Boulder fields can be tricky; invest in good ankle support and tacky soles on your shoes or boots to prevent slipping.
Forrest Setnor
Photo Date: 
07/13/2017
Take time to properly break in a pair of stiff boots before your trip.
Kevin Murray
Photo Date: 
05/13/2018
Hiking through snow has other challenges, mountaineering boots can be quite stiff and uncomfortable if not fitted properly.
Use the right footwear for the right trip.
Dani Moreno
Finding the right fit is imperative when fast and far are key objectives.
Brooke Jackson
Photo Date: 
02/09/2018
Don't let winter stop your run. Winter traction devices like these fit right over your running shoes, so you don't need to choose heavy boots with more traction.
Brooke Jackson
Photo Date: 
02/09/2018
Light hiking boots with added traction can save weight and keep your feet warm and dry in winter.
Loreah Winlow
Photo Date: 
06/30/2015
Between minimalist, low profile, and traditional running shoes, trail runners have some great options to choose from.
Kevin Murray
Photo Date: 
02/06/2017
Extended backpacking trips requires bringing a good medkit to avoid the risk of canceling a trip due to bad blisters
Some must-have items for your medkit.
Calvin Perfall
Photo Date: 
10/23/2017
Extra sandals or slip-ons may add weight, but they allow your feet to breath in camp, and they can facilitate any wet crossings.
Some stream crossings may be simplified with sandals or water shoes to avoid water-logged boots.
Brandon Katcher
Photo Date: 
03/29/2013
Using the plastic bag as a barrier for the wet boots is helps, but it isn't perfect; because your feet can't breath, perspiration will soak your feet eventually.
Katherine Donnelly
Photo Date: 
05/07/2018
Boots provide a level of stability and ankle support that can help when hiking off trail.
Jason Wright
Photo Date: 
03/08/2017
Minimalist hiking boots are a great fit for some...just make sure to train your feet before launching into longer trips.