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![berghaus expeditor aq ridge brown](/images/gear/footwear/introimages/berghaus-expeditor-aq-ridge-brown.webp)
We test the Berghaus Expeditor Ridge AQ, with its rather plain looks to see if its performance is as good as its price.
![merrell moab fst gtx](/images/gear/footwear/introimages/merrell-moab-fst-gtx.webp)
We put the Moab FST trail walking shoes to the test on the hills to see how well they perform.
![lowa san francisco](/images/gear/footwear/introimages/lowa-san-francisco.webp)
We put the Gore-Tex Surround equipped San Francisco from Lowa to the test.
![aku la val low](/images/gear/footwear/introimages/aku-la-val-low.webp)
The leather lined Aku La Val Low Plus is made for low level walks along unchallenging terrain, we see how it gets on...
![columbia s16 1661671 011 f](/images/gear/footwear/introimages/columbia-s16-1661671-011-f.webp)
We review Columbia's Conspiracy IV shoes to see if their 'waterproof, multi-sport' billing is justified, and if this...
![keen versatrail m 1014582 3q](/images/gear/footwear/introimages/keen-versatrail-m-1014582-3q.webp)
The Versatrail will help you 'tackle trails fast', says manufacturer Keen. But does it tick all the boxes for comfort...
![haglofs roc icon mid hi womens](/images/gear/footwear/introimages/haglofs-roc-icon-mid-hi-womens.webp)
The stability of a hiking boot combined with the styling and functionality of a modern approach shoe, the lightweight...
![la sportiva trango trk gtx](/images/gear/footwear/introimages/la-sportiva-trango-trk-gtx.webp)
Having tested a variety of La Sportiva's mountaineering boots and mountain running shoes over the years, the Italian...
![scarpa marmolada trek](/images/gear/footwear/introimages/scarpa-marmolada-trek.webp)
We put the Scarpa Marmolada Trek to the test over the course of a long weekend hiking/scrambling in Scotland where we...
![salomon quest prime gtx](/images/gear/footwear/introimages/salomon-quest-prime-gtx.webp)
A solid but lightweight sporty-looking hiking boot designed for long mountain forays and multi-day backpacking...
![danner jag monksrobe](/images/gear/footwear/introimages/danner-jag-monksrobe.webp)
The Danner Jag on review is a lightweight, retro casual hiking boot that will keep feet dry on low-key trail adventures.
![berghaus vapour claw trail shoe](/images/gear/footwear/introimages/berghaus-vapour-claw-trail-shoe.webp)
Our experts review the Berghaus Vapour Claw trail running shoe
![the north face](/images/gear/footwear/introimages/the-north-face.webp)
The North Face Verbera Lightpacker GTX walking boots are a great value, rugged boot, we review them here.
![anatom q3 side](/images/gear/footwear/introimages/anatom-q3-side.webp)
We review Anatom's Q3 Trekking winter walking boot, a lightweight boot with understated looks.
![brasher hillmaster ii gtx m chocolate](/images/gear/footwear/introimages/brasher-hillmaster-ii-gtx-m-chocolate.webp)
The Brasher Hillmaster II GTX is a winter walking boot with gender-specific fit and grippy soles, we review them here.