GEAR GUY: HIKING BOOTS
Whether you’re a dayhiker conquering local hills or a hardcore wilderness backpacker, your most important piece of gear is the same — and it might be the item you’ve put the least thought into buying: your boots.
The wrong hiking footwear can send a backcountry adventure downhill fast. Take your first steps on your next successful adventure with these buying tips and one of these top-performing shoes and boots.
BUYING TIPS
The price tag rises with a waterproof-breathable membrane like Gore-Tex, leather
