Tag / best men’s hiking boots

by Beau H.

#OOTD: How to Wear the Best New Boots for Guys This Fall

Seeing as we’re cruising through fall, there are a couple things that are pretty clear in my mind in terms of men’s style essentials. For starters, you need a pair of the best boots for men on your feet ASAP. What’s more, you need a functional pair of boots that also happen to look great — while also offering what you might call more unique style. And above all else, you need to know how to wear boots this season, especially when the boots in question are the rugged-yet-refined Season Three Ansel Hiking Boots out of New York City. Featuring the cut of a hiking boot but some of the refined touches of your favorite dress boots, you’ll recognize plenty of versatile complementary pieces to help you get ‘out and about (safely) this season.

From a tough field jacket to a rugged men’s henley, the layers on your top half are every bit as “ready for anything” as your new favorite boots. And on your bottom half, you’ll recognize classics like slim dark blue denim and perhaps the best leather belt and the best men’s socks, all compiled with an eye toward helping you navigate the city, head upstate, get out on a day hike and grab a cold beer at an outdoor (socially distanced!) beer tent afterwards. How does that sound? This #OOTD is nothing if not versatile, so you should keep on scrolling to check it out below. When you build from the ground up with a pair of the best boots for men this season, darn near anything is possible.

Pair up versatile hiking boots with casual, rugged classics for fall.

So, that’s it. That’s today’s #OOTD. It’s a versatile combination of both adventure gear — heck, just check out that exceptional Ollech & Wajs Pilot Watch — plus gear picks that can do a bit of everything (naturally, the centerpiece Season Three Ansel Hiking Boots get the job done). The rest of this ensemble works well in or out of town, especially around a backyard bonfire on a crisp fall night. You’re staying warm with one of the best men’s henleys from Buck Mason, and you’re layering up in rugged, classic fashion with the Filson Field Flannel Shirt for timeless fall style — how about that? Classic slim blue jeans from Mott and Bow tie things together in a way that’s just a bit more versatile than technical hiking pants, and the epically cool Todd Snyder Made-in-New York Field Jacket looks great, provides tough functionality and works with anything in your fall wardrobe.

Naturally, your supporting cast is what’s going to set this #OOTD apart, so the best leather belt from Billykirk is a reliable style move. To keep your feet comfortable in style, I’m a huge proponent of the American Trench Merino Activity Socks — and to ease into your evening with some bourbon whiskey in hand, how about switching on some of the best Bluetooth headphones from the good folks at Master & Dynamic? Taken together, this ensemble provides rugged style, performance, durability and some seriously cool style for fall — can it get any better than that? I don’t think so. If you pick up any of these pieces, feel free to let me know on Twitter. Happy fall, my friends!

 

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: These Filson x Danner Boots Are the Perfect Boots for Early Fall

Filson X Danner Combat Hiker Delivers Military-Grade Quality | Man ...

Two companies famed for rugged durability deliver some of the best boots for men, period.

Ladies and gentlemen, your new favorite pair of fall boots is going to come from Filson. That’s right: Filson. If these Pacific Northwest heritage purveyors don’t strike you right off the bat as makers of some of the most rugged men’s shoes, then think again — Filson footwear falls perfectly within what you might call “Filson Life,” be it grueling projects at home or lofty excursions in the field.And that’s where today’s See Now, Buy Now pick comes into play. The Filson x Danner Combat Hikers are, simply put, the perfect boots for early fall. They’re a custom iteration of standard-issue combat boots given to troops all across the world, so they can certainly handle anything you throw at ’em.

They’re exactly what you need to navigate rocky terrain, windy weather and tough conditions aplenty — at home or on the road during socially distanced adventures. The best gear for men, after all, doesn’t quit on you when you need it the most, and the same can be said for the best men’s boots. It’s helpful that both Filson and Danner built their brands on creating wildly tough outdoor gear meant to handle any situation, specifically in the Pacific Northwest. These durable, stylish hiking boots fit the mold in that regard. It starts with a hard-wearing, waterproof leather upper and a durable rubber rand placed along the bottom of the hikers, and things only get better from there.

SHOP: The Filson x Danner Combat Hikers 

Dependable men’s boots that blend the best of both worlds when it comes to Filson and Danner.

The best hiking boots for men blend form and function, and the great thing is, these Filson x Danner boots definitely do both (be it back in town, worn with tough chore pants and a rugged henley, or out on the trail). The difference here is the flexible, ribbed Vibram outsole, a hallmark of Danner boots that just so happens to provide excellent traction on slippery trails and surfaces. GORE-TEX lining adds comfort and waterproof protection, too.

The fact that the leather is custom-made for Filson only bodes very well for the long-term durability of these rugged hiking boots (certainly, they’re some of the best men’s boots, period). The Filson x Danner Combat Hikers check so many of the right boxes, you should feel more than comfortable wearing ’em with faded blue denim and a Filson flannel shirt in your downtime hanging out by the fire pit this fall. Sounds pretty unbeatable, right? That’s what you get with Filson and Danner.

SHOP: The Filson x Danner Combat Hikers 

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by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Danner Mountain Light Boots

Editor’s note: Expect these posts weekly detailing one standout item coveted by yours truly. Sometimes, these fit within budgetary restrictions and other times, they’re expensive splurges worth saving for. For more Wish List items from Beau, head here, and to see other Style Picks, head here.

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Sturdy, reliable and durable boots with a bit of sleek styling potential thanks to the all-black silhouette.

There’s something about the depths of winter that causes you to take a look at #menswear pieces you might once have rejected. Not normally a fan of winter parkas? Maybe you’re considering getting one to battle the polar vortex. No need for durable winter gloves built for work? Think again. The same could possibly be said for alpine-inspired hikers. Unlike other stylish men’s winter boots, a hiker is quite distinctive in its silhouette — it’s not your average leather chukka boot, that’s for sure. Such is the case with the Danner Mountain Light, a classic pair of footwear that certainly means business when it comes to looking stylish in the snow.  It’s this week’s Style Pick of the Week for good reason — and not just because it’s the younger brother to the so-called “Bond Boot” — that would be the Danner Mountain Light II, as worn by none other than James Bond in 2015’s “SPECTRE.” Heck, our man Daniel Craig wore his Danner boots even when not on-camera. Now, the silhouette looks almost identical, but the Internet tells me the weights on these bad boys are different. There you go. So, why go for the Danner Mountain Light if you’re not a fan of hikers? Truly, you’ve got plenty of reason to give them a shot (functionality, toughness, alpine-inspired style) — and not just ‘cuz they’re sold via Huckberry.

Our main man Daniel Craig wearing the Danner Mountain Light II.... slightly different, but nonetheless worth channeling (maybe minus the handgun).

Our main man Daniel Craig wearing the Danner Mountain Light II…. slightly different, but nonetheless worth channeling (maybe minus the handgun).

In particular, the Danner Mountain Light is built with functionality in mind, through and through. Made in Danner’s Portland factory — that’d be Oregon — you’re getting all the hallmarks of quality and toughness you’d expect from a USA-made brand (plus a very Bond-ian silhouette). The stitchdown construction means you can resole ’em when the time comes — although you might not get to that point for a while. The Vibram outsole on the Danner Mountain Light — plus the brand’s custom last — also offer stability and support. That all means the Danner Mountain Light is the real deal — built for more than just strolling around the city. And if you’re not sold on the styling potential, take a cue from Bond — without the high-speed mountain chase. Slim black denim and rugged pieces like a shawl-collar cardigan and a marled henley are simple, effective complements to this rugged pair of boots — it’s practically an outfit tailor-made for getting around during a winter bar crawl. They’re the perfect pair of weekend boots, especially when teamed with simple, easygoing pieces like a classic crewneck sweater and beat-up blue denim. Even a simple piece like a sleek black bomber and black trousers are finished off reliably with the Danner Mountain Light — stealing  page from Bond’s playbook there. And of course, more technically inclined looks work just fine with a pair of boots that are tough, functional and yet uniquely stylish — your dad’s retro hiking boots, these are not. So, lace up and get climbing. Any thoughts on the Danner Mountain Light? Are you pro-hiker or anti-hiker? Let’s hear it in the comments below!

Thanks, as always, for reading — enjoy the weekend!

-Beau

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