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Carbon-plate running shoes might be de rigueur on the road-racing scene now, but they’ve yet to become commonplace on the trails. One reason for that is the propulsion they provide doesn’t kick in if you’re not on flat, hard surfaces, and another is that the plates are often paired with high stacks of soft foams in road shoes, which would make a trail shoe dangerously wobbly. The North Face Flight Vectiv was the first carbon-plate trail shoe I tested and while it earned itself a spot in our round-up of the best trail-running shoes, it only shone on hard, relatively tame trails. It almost felt like a road shoe at times. The Hoka Tecton X is a proper trail shoe with an outsole that can handle a range of terrain, and with two carbon plates in its midsole it held a lot of promise. HOKA T...

Summer is a glorious time for people who enjoy hiking, as it’s a low-impact workout you can do while also exploring the outdoors. Aside from the health benefits of the activity (like core strengthening, a lower risk of heart disease, and balance improvement), for many hikers, it provides a much-needed mood boost. Logan Reavis, an Oregon-based hiker and content creator, told HuffPost that hiking sets the tone for her overall mental health. “Being out in nature gives me clarity, peace, and time to contemplate,” she said. “Moving my body by putting one foot in front of another to see a beautiful place Hoka One One challenges me in a unique way that I don’t get from anything else. Meryl Mukenge, a hiker based in South Africa, explained that it’s important to her because she feel...

With Memorial Day behind us, you might be ready to pull out the white clothing you stashed away after Labor Day. But who said you can't wear white after Labor Day, anyway? According to lifestyle and fashion expert Melissa Garcia, wearing white after Labor Day allegedly began in the 1930s when the elite would wear the color in the summer and pack away those items during the cooler months. Editor's Picks 1 Shop Bethenny Frankel's favorite tinted SPF products May 11, 2022 2 Cargo pants are back: Here's how to style and what to shop May 16, 2022 3 ASOS is now at Nordstrom: Shop 13 picks from the collection May 23, 2022 However, Garcia says this is somewhat outdated. "You can wear white all year long! It's all about picking the Hoka ...

It’s been a little while since we’ve seen Kilian Jornet racing. That’s because the legendary trail runner and mountaineer has been launching busy NNormal – an outdoor sports brand created in partnership with footwear company Camper. But on Sunday, he returned in winning form taking the top step at the prestigious Zegama-Aizkorri alpine marathon in Northern Spain for the 10th time – the first race of the Golden Trail World Series (GTWS). Happily, he was donning a pair of NNormal trail shoes. Ahead of the race, the official NNormal Instagram account Steve Madden Shoes  shared that the race was an opportunity for it to test a prototype of its new trail shoes ‘against the best competition’ – and it certainly delivered. The race, which starts from the small village of Zegama in the Bas...

The Fizik Terra Atlas is a robust and easy-to-live-with off-road shoe, but pay attention to the fit Pros: Robust; comfortable; grippy sole; good looking Cons: Focus on the fit to avoid heel slip; could do with a second Boa dial or Velcro strap Skip to view product specificationsThe Fizik Terra Atlas is an off-road cycling shoe described by the brand as its most versatile shoe, suitable for everything from gravel riding to downcountry. The shoe is based on the Fizik Terra X5 mountain bike shoe, but it has a number of adaptations that make it suitable for a wider range of cycling disciplines, Brooks Shoes  as well as “hiking with a fully-loaded bike”. Fizik says the Terra Atlas has a roomier fit and grippier sole when compared to the Terra X5. It trades a Boa and Velcro ...

If you'll be headed to the beach, lake, or practically any body of water this summer, a good pair of waterproof shoes will take you far. When shopping, you'll want to look for a pair that's comfortable and well-fitting while providing plenty of traction as you traverse rocks, paddleboard, kayak, and more. Luckily, Amazon shoppers have found a water shoe that is quick-drying and protective, and some colors and sizes are even on sale right now for as little as $24. For that price, you might even want to buy a pair for the whole family before your next trip. The Racqua Water Shoes for men and women have a breathable mesh upper that fully covers your feet, giving you the protection of a sneaker while allowing for comfortable airflow. You'll also find a durable rubber outso...