The early days of mountaineering boots were rough. From the Dolomites to the Rockies, adventurers had precious few options for the ascent. Heavy leather lace-ups with metal “hobnails” driven into the ...
The beauty of the best work boots is in their supreme cushioning, comfy and grippy rubber soles (look for that Vibram stamp), and better-when-beaten looks. They're also sneakily under-the-radar ...
A chunky Vibram sole sucks up impact and damps it down which ... Scarpa also states that these boots are resoleable, so if you look after them they should be usable for years – good news for ...
As a starting point, you should look for boots that are “waterproof, insulated, and have a good, aggressive sole,” says Marty Molitoris, founder and director of Alpine Endeavors.