Winter was disappearing near my home. But I had one last cold-weather gear test to perform, and the lake ice under a nearby bridge (wet, smooth as glass, still a foot thick in the shadows) would ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Vibram soles were initially used for mountaineering boots but today you see them on everything ...

Editor’s note: This is part five of a five-part series on the latest and greatest finds at the Outdoor Retailer and Snowsports Industries America (SIA) Snow Show held in Denver in January. This trade ...

A rugged classic built for harsh winter conditions — these boots pair rugged waterproof protection with serious insulation. The waterproof leather upper and seam-sealed construction keep slush and ...

Founded in 1937, and today adorning millions of soles, Vibram rubber is an industry standard. A new service from the company, the Vibram Sole Factor, offers custom cobbling to repair or redo rubber ...

Thousands of miles across rugged terrain in the backcountry can quickly wear out a shoe’s sole — but instead of replacing an entire pair of shoes that are in otherwise good condition, why not just ...

Over the past 18 months, the world of menswear has been dominated by two overlapping trends: bulky, oversize footwear, and apparel that blurs the line between hyped-up streetwear and ultra-sturdy ...

The latest in Vibram’s range of ecologically sustainable compounds, Vibram XS Eco is specifically made for climbing, thanks to its perfect balance of grip and durability whether on cliffs or in other ...

The North Face Purple Label‘s Fall/Winter 2020 collection brought many must-have pieces of weather-battling outerwear, and now its seasonal drop presents a pair of boots to match. Taking inspiration ...

When Vibram’s FiveFingers shoes first launched in 2005, the refreshingly naturalist, if slightly goofy-looking shoes were met with a wave of ardent enthusiasm that gave rise to an almost cultlike ...

Editor’s note: This is part one of a six-part series on the latest and greatest finds at the Outdoor Retailer and Snowsports Industries America (SIA) Snow Show held in Denver in January. This trade ...