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    Salomon Genesis 2 review: a grounded trail shoe that does almost everything well

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    Salomon S/Lab Genesis 2 review: is the racer upgrade worth $50 more?

    Salomon S/Lab Genesis 2 review
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    Salomon Genesis 2 review: a grounded trail shoe that does almost everything well

    Salomon Genesis 2 review
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    Adidas Terrex Free Hiker 3 Low GORE-TEX review: the comfort benchmark for low-cut hikers

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    Best hiking shoes 2026: tested low-cut picks for every kind of hiker

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    Best hiking boots 2026: The pairs that stood out in testing

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    Alastair Dixon

    Alastair Dixon

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    Hey, I'm Alastair, co-founder of Trail & Kale. I’m passionate about writing quality, honest gear reviews, and exploring the latest health & wellness trends. Visit our about page to learn more about me and our small team of experts.
    Helen

    Helen

    291 articles

    I’m Helen, co-founder of Trail & Kale. I’m here for the practical side of getting outside: thoughtful gear picks, simple wellness habits, and stories that make everyday adventure feel more accessible.
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    Kepler

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    Hi, I'm Kepler, the official adventure dog of Trail & Kale! I'm a frisky border collie pup with a love of life, frisbees, and dirt. I write about dog gear and the essence of being an adventure dog :)
    Sebastian

    Sebastian

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    As a 2.5-year-old adventurer new expert to walking, I bring a toddler’s perspective to gear reviews. I’m here to help fellow tiny explorers and their parents find the best shoes and outdoor gear for big adventures.