Backcountry Edge

Employing a unique design concept that offers flex, fit and support along with a multi-fit footbed system and GORE-TEX weather protection, the Salewa Mountain Trainer Mid GTX backpacking boot offers technical performance and lightweight comfort.

Employing a unique design concept that offers flex, fit and support along with a multi-fit footbed system and GORE-TEX weather protection, the Salewa Alp Trainer Mid GTX hiking boot offers technical performance, lightweight comfort and support.

The lightweight, waterproof Vasque Breeze GTX hiking boot tackles maintained trails and easy-to-moderate terrain. A GORE-TEX bootie keeps feet dry and nylon fabric and leather construction offer a comfortable fit with little to no break in required.

New for 2013! Employing Salewa’s patented flex, fit and support design, a multi-fit footbed system and GORE-TEX weather protection, the Salewa Men’s Hike Trainer GTX hiking boot is ready made for long day hikes or lightweight backpacking trips.

New for 2013! The Vasque Breeze 2.0 GTX hiking boot is a lightweight, waterproof hiking boot suitable for any length day hike on maintained trails with easy-to-moderate terrain. A full GORE-TEX bootie keeps feet dry with little to no break in needed.

A lightweight, waterproof hiking boot, the Garmont Zenith Hike GTX is a suitable for any length day hike and excels on a wide variety of terrain. Using Anatomical Direct Design, Garmont offers a unique asymmetrical fit with a lace to toe design.

The award-winning Garmont Zenith Mid GTX hiking boot is rugged enough for day hikes with a loaded pack or lightweight backpacking trips on medium terrain. GORE-TEX keeps feet dry and Garmont’s ADD construction offers minimal break-in.

Solid construction in a durable, lightweight and waterproof package, the Vasque Vector WP hiking boot is a good option for beginner hikers or those seeking simple waterproof protection at an affordable price.

Lightweight, waterproof GORE-TEX construction, performance-enhancing flexibility and maximum traction make the adidas Outdoor Men’s Terrex Fast R Mid GTX trail shoe a great option for fast-packing or day hikes.

Ideal for longer day hikes or extended backpacking trips, the Asolo Flame GTX backpacking boot offers support and protection on varied terrain. Leather construction with a GORE-TEX bootie provides reliable waterproof/breathable performance.

Updated for 2013! Durable, waterproof GORE-TEX construction, performance-enhancing flexibility and maximum traction make the adidas Outdoor Men’s Terrex Fast X Mid GTX hiking boot a great option for high-mileage day hikes.

Using a design concept that offers flex, fit and support with a multi-fit footbed system and GORE-TEX weather protection, the Salewa Men’s Rapace GTX trekking boot offers performance and comfort for light mountaineering or rugged backpacking trips.

With a GORE-TEX waterproof/breathable lining and 400 grams of Thinsulate insulation, the Momentum Snow GTX winter boot is ideal for snowshoeing and long treks in heavy snowfall.

With a GORE-TEX waterproof/breathable lining and 600 grams of Thinsulate insulation, the Garmont Momentum Icelock Thermal GTX is your go-to winter boot for snowshoeing, long treks in heavy snowfall and day-to-day activities in bitter cold weather.

New for 2013! Built on the same foot-mirroring last as the award-winning Evolution Mid GTX, the TrekSta Men’s Alta GTX delivers excellent fit and comfort with maximum support and stability for long, rugged day hikes and extended backpacking trips.

The Patagonia Footwear Men’s Drifter A/C Mid Waterproof hiking boot performs well on a wide variety of terrain. Durable nubuck leather and air mesh construction make this boot agile and supportive enough for day hikers and backpackers alike.

Using Vasque’s UltraDry waterproofing system and lined with 400 grams of 3M Thinsulate insulation, the Snowburban UltraDry insulated boot is your go-to winter boot for snowshoeing and cold weather day-to-day use.

With the mid-cut support of a hiking boot and the lightweight nimbleness of a running shoe, the waterproof Salomon XA Pro 3D Mid 2 GTX is ideal for fast-packers, ounce-counting backpackers or anyone looking for a hiking/trail running hybrid.

Using Vasque’s UltraDry waterproofing system and lined with 200 grams of 3M Thinsulate insulation, the Snow Junkie UltraDry is your go-to winter boot for snowshoeing, winter hiking and backpacking.

Durable, waterproof/breathable construction combined with Formotion technology and excellent traction make the adidas Outdoor Terrex Fast X Mid GTX multi-sport trail shoe a great option for trail runs, day hikes on challenging terrain, and thru-hiking.