In the early days of rock climbing, athletes had a simple choice: Slip on a pair of rubber-soled high-tops or don a pair of heavy hiking boots. Suffice to say, footwear was limited and unsuited to ...

Aside from the ice climbers, mountaineers, and Charles Albert, every climber needs a pair of reliable climbing shoes.

I’ve worn these for work, hiking and everything in between. Here's what makes them so great. I’m skeptical of all-in-one ...

Rock scrambling is an exhilarating mix of hiking and climbing. It involves traversing rocky terrains without ropes or ...

To scramble, you need robust hiking shoes with good grip ... beyond hiking without committing to the full demands of rock climbing. Scrambling is divided into grades that vary from region to ...

If you live in the UK, head for the AKU website where the Conero GTX NBK retails for £275. Alternatively, try Absolute Snow (£219.95) and TrekInn (£210.99). If the standard non-Nubuck version tickles ...