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    Rossignol Vercors review: a stable, grippy trail shoe that punches above its price

    Rossignol Vercors review: a stable, grippy trail shoe that punches above its price
    News & Stories

    Arc'teryx just announced System 0, and its first product is a $1,200 hardshell designed to be taken apart

    Arc'teryx just announced System 0, and its first product is a $1,200 hardshell designed to be taken apart
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    KEEN Zionic NXT vs Hoka Transport Hike GTX: which one should you buy?

    KEEN Zionic NXT vs Hoka Transport Hike GTX
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    Hoka Kaha 3 vs KEEN Targhee IV: which one do you actually need?

    Hoka Kaha 3 vs KEEN Targhee IV
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    SATISFY and COROS just made the best-looking mountain watch COROS has ever released

    SATISFY x COROS APEX 4 launch
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    Suunto Core 2 review: Suunto revived a legend, and mostly nailed it

    Suunto Core 2 review
    Hiking

    How to break in hiking boots without wrecking your feet

    How to break in hiking boots without wrecking your feet
    Hiking

    Hiking boots vs trail runners: which should you actually hike in?

    Hiking boots vs trail runners
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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

    Adidas Terrex Free Hiker 3 Low GORE-TEX review

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    Pürblack review: the patented shilajit live resin and peptide brand worth knowing

    Pürblack review: the patented shilajit live resin and peptide brand worth knowing
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    The Best Running Supplements in 2026

    The Best Running Supplements
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    Best adaptogen drinks 2026: tested for energy, focus, and recovery

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    Salomon Aero Blaze 4 GRVL review: a brilliant first trail shoe that's great on roads too

    Salomon Aero Blaze 4 GRVL review
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    Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra 2 review: brilliant on fast trails, if it fits you

    Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra 2 review
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    Hoka Tecton X 4 review: the carbon trail racer that finally handles rough ground

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    Roundups

    Best trail running shoes 2026: 15 tested picks for men and women

    Best Trail Running Shoe, right now
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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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    Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas For Outdoorsy Couples (His & Hers)

    Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas For Outdoorsy Couples (His & Hers)
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    18 Best Gifts For Outdoorsy People In 2026

    18 Best Gifts For Outdoorsy People In 2026
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    20 Best Gifts for Runners 2026 – Tested Trail & Road Gear That Actually Gets Used

    The Best Gifts For Runners 2025 updated

    Our Writers

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    Alastair Dixon

    Alastair Dixon

    963 articles

    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.
    Kepler

    Kepler

    16 articles

    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

    6 articles

    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.