For most people, a trail running shoe or light hiking boot works just fine. Lightness and comfort are the buzzwords of the day as those traditional sturdy boots are a bit overkill on most day hikes.

While I usually wear trail runners, there are still situations when I’ll fall back on an old-school mid-cut. These are the ...

If you’ve bee researching the best lightweight hiking boot for more than five minutes, you’ve probably had someone ask you if you’ve considered trail running shoes instead. I’ve got good news: with ...