Lightweight Champions
As new materials shave pounds but not performance from hiking shoes, you can ditch the bulky, blistering leather boots for something more comfortable.

BEST FOR MOUNTAIN AND MULTIDAY HIKES
Oboz Yellowstone II

If you'll be logging lots of miles with a week's worth of gear, the robust Oboz is a godsend. Its high cuff adds that little bit of extra support necessary for hefty packs. A roomy toe box gives your forefoot breathing room so that it can flex and swell without getting cramped, while a snug heel cup prevents blisters by keeping your foot locked firmly in place.