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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?

Cycling Weekly

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

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

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

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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

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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

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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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It’s Official: These Are the 10 Coolest Fashion Items to Own (or Shop) Right Now

Including The Row's viral £700 flip-flops

Marie Claire

How the style set fell for toe shoes: Revealing footwear is 2025's summer It buy

From Tabis to Vibram Five Finger Shoes and Havaianas, it’s never been more on trend to show off your digits

Evening Standard

Danner Fullbore hiking sandals review: easy breathing amphibious footwear for the trails, the coast and the riverbank

Combining great grip and excellent foothold, these quick-draining sandals work well as water shoes and summer hiking hooves

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Altra enters the Matryx with the new Olympus 275, built for rugged protection on technical trails

The newest Altra Olympus is designed to protect your feet from rocks and debris with all the best tech

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Lowa Renegade Evo GTX Mid hiking boots review: to Everest Base Camp and back, blister-free and without a hint of foot fatigue

These premium hiking boots just about do it all, with enough protection for rocky trails and wet days wrapped up in a supportive, comfortable package

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Altra Timp 5 BOA trail running shoes review: a cushioned, zero-drop shoe for all kinds of trail runs

A plush, speedy, grippy and comfortable trail running shoe, fit for a variety of surfaces

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Scarpa Rapid XT review: a classic approach shoe from the Italian mountain footwear giant

Our reviewer gets his scramble on in Scarpa’s Rapid XT, a very capable, suede-made approach shoe intended for climbs, scrambles and light hiking use

The Altra Lone Peak 9+ trail shoes didn’t work for my marathon, but they’re my new hiking go-to

It’s not the trail runner I hoped for, but it’s an incredible hiker

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Danner N45s shoe review: a tough, grippy pair of hiking shoes with a few frustrating comfort issues

Burly, breathable uppers and grippy Vibram outsoles are let down by annoying comfort issues, including frustrating, blister-inducing heels

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Rapha Pro Team Powerweave gravel shoes review: Excellent gravel shoes, but I can't help but feel they are overpriced

The Pro Team Powerweave shoes have performed very well across a range of gravel riding, but I can't find a standout reason for why you should buy them

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Merrell MTL ADAPT brings Kevlar and polymer science to ultrarunning

The brand's most advanced trail shoe yet is purpose-built for 100-mile ultras and packed with serious materials engineering

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Technical trail shoes for a comfortable run: save almost $40 off the Arc'teryx Sylan Pro trail running shoes

This Arc'teryx pair features sturdy rock plates and grippy Vibram outsoles to help you negotiate the wilderness with ease

Merrell Moab Speed 2 Mid review: comfort king of the crossover boots

A lightweight, cushioned hybrid that finally gives this in-between style a purpose

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Hurry and snag 24% off these super-comfy discontinued Merrell hiking shoes while you still can

The Merrell Moab Edge 3 hiking shoes combine the sturdy construction and trustworthy grip of Merrell's flagship pair with comfy underfoot support

AKU Conero GTX NBK hiking boots review: conquer the trail with Italian flair

A rugged and stylish Nubuck hiking boot with excellent water resistance

Danner Inquire Mid review: a stylish and supportive boot designed for women

Part of Danner’s Precision Fit Collection, the Inquire Mid has been designed specifically for women’s feet, to offer optimal support and functionality

Arc’teryx pushes innovation further with Its 2025 technical footwear lineup

Four new shoes coming this year

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