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Should we all be wearing barefoot shoes? I put 15 pairs to the test – here are my favourites

They’re the divisive footwear that many swear by, but which barefoot shoes are comfy enough for running and hiking? Our writer spent three months finding out

The Guardian - UK

I walked for miles to find the best summer hiking boots for women — these ones made the cut

From trail to town, step out in supportive, stylish and breathable hiking boots this summer. Sian Lewis lays out the best

Evening Standard

I test running shoes for a living, and here are 3 more exciting launches in 2026

2026 continues to be a major year for shoe companies

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Brooks finally enters the plated trail super-shoe race with the new Cascadia Elite

The brand's most aggressive trail racing shoe yet pairs PEBA foam, a carbon-infused plate and Vibram Megagrip outsole

The answer to a 'fragmented market' - Basso launches the Palta III gravel bike

The Palta III is the third generation model from Italian brand Basso

Cycling News

Hoka just gave its best all-terrain boot a vintage makeover

The fan-favourite hiker gets a khaki colourway that looks old-school, but keeps all the modern Gore-Tex and Vibram features

I've got wide feet and struggle to find good running shoes — but these Altra shoes with unique lacing system are a supremely comfortable all rounder

Altra's Timp 5 Boa trail running shoe feature a unique lacing system for easy micro adjustments, and a supremely comfortable fit with wide toe box

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Best women’s snow boots for winter walks and ski holidays

Keep your feet snug in the snow in the best warm winter boots for women

Evening Standard

Topo Athletic MTN Racer 4 review: My pick for 2025’s best everyday trail-running shoe

It might not be pretty, but the Topo Athletic MTN Racer 4 is my perfect everyday running shoe

The new Saucony Peregrine 16 gets a long-awaited upgrade trail runners have begged for

Saucony’s flagship trail shoe finally gets Vibram Megagrip, plus more cushioning and a tougher upper

Toe-curling fashion: how did toe shoes become so popular?

This footwear has gone from niche, functional trainers to fashion favourites. Caitlin Cassidy explains it to Cait Kelly

The Guardian - AU

Ready to take on the rain? Danner has combined grippy Vibram outsoles with tough Gore-Tex outers to craft its latest hiking boot for all seasons

The brand says the new and improved N54 GTX hiking boots were "made to handle mile after mile"

Advnture

Hoka Mafate X trail running shoe review: a shock-absorbing comfort fest for bouncing along gravel trails

This plush, towering trail shoe is a bit of a heavyweight, but it surprises with its grip and stability

Advnture

Our expert put these Merrell trail running shoes to the test in the French Alps and loved them. Now we've found them for almost half price - but be quick as the sale ends soon...

Merrell's Agility Peak 5 trail running shoes combine plenty of cushioning with tough exteriors and reliable Vibram outsoles

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"Built in the dirt, forged by every brutal mile" - get a sneak peak at Nike's latest trail running shoe - the ACG Ultrafly

The Nike ACG Ultrafly will be released in spring 2026

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The 10 Trendiest Items Of 2025 Have Been Revealed (And Their More Affordable Dupes)

And if you can't afford the Saint Laurent loafers for $1,840, we found a pair for just $219.95.

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Lowa Cevedale Pro GTX Mid review: a rugged B2 mountaineering boot for alpine exploits

It’s into the mountains with Lowa’s Cevedale Pro GTX Mid – a German mountaineering boot well-suited to alpinism, winter mountaineering and more

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Topo Athletic MTN Racer 4 shoe review: an absolute shoo-in for wide-footed trail runners

Let your toes splay wonderfully wide and lace up for a comfortable and confident ride in these laid-back, but deceptively high-performing trail pounders

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Rapha Pro Team Powerweave gravel shoes review

Combining Rapha's fabric upper with a carbon sole makes for a light and stiff shoe. But how does it perform?

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Teva Aventrail Running Sandals review: these maximalist open-toe trail shoes are a bit of a plot twist

Cushioned to the max, these trail-running sandals are comfortable underfoot and surprisingly capable on straightforward trails

Marie Claire

There's No Tip-Toeing Around Vibram FiveFingers Shoes Now

Vibram FiveFingers are everywhere—and not as controversial as they seem.

Advnture

Look out, trail runners - Tracksmith’s first trail shoes aim to please with Merino wool linings and Vibram outsoles, but their light weight comes with a hefty price

The Guardian - UK

Ugly, mortifying – and addictive? Tim Dowling’s week in the world’s most divisive shoes

Twenty years after they first hit the shelves, five-fingered shoes are apparently having a big fashion moment. But what is it like to wear them in public?

The Guardian - UK

Provocative? Polarising? Or just plain weird? Welcome to ugly shoe summer

Vibram’s toe-spreading styles are the ubiquitous side of a trend that can be traced back to 15th-century Japan

Advnture

Tough Gore-Tex uppers and sturdy Vibram outsoles? These vibrant Merrell hiking boots caught our eye, and are now almost $70 off at Backcountry

Merrell's Rogue Hiker Mid Gore-Tex hiking boots are a bright and beautiful pair for hikers who want to stand out on long, hard hikes in the wilderness

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