Gear Patrol

While traditional boat shoes have long been a mainstay of summer wardrobes, few ever see the deck of a 12-meter yacht, nor are they suited for that environment. Leather uppers and laces stay soaked and chafe your feet, and slip-on shoes don’t inspire confidence when you’re headed up high in the bosun’s chair. So leave…

Building off an undeniable lineage — Tod’s is still synonymous with the driver — the Greg Moccasin proves the weekend clog can do both back road or boardroom without any fuss. A formal twist on the traditional moc, Tod’s has imbued the Greg with a coat & tie treatment: structured, hand-crafted leather, a lightweight full-rubber…

In big news for minimalist footwear fans, Nike unveiled its new Flyknit technology at yesterday’s Nike Innovation Summit. Nike’s Flyknit shoes are precisely engineered to be formfitting, featherweight and void of any excess material. The single-layer upper support and tongue weigh an absurdly light 1.2 ounces, and the whole shoe clocks in at a mere…

Like their namesake city, Millinocket — population 5,200 — these moccasin boots expand on Eastland’s growing Made in Maine series. Horween leather handsewn by Maine shoemakers feature a hand-rubbed finish and a contrasting crepe-colored wedge. $365 | | barneys.com

Just because you prefer not to ruin your best shoes in foul weather, doesn’t mean you have to settle for clunky footwear. Swims Helmut lace up boot combines the looks and comfort of a modern desert boot, with 3M Scotch Guard high density nylon uppers and a hydro guard lining for water protection. Available in…

The Red Wing Heritage 4563 reminds us why the Minnesota staple is one of our perennial favorites. Beginning with the pedigree 8-inch workboot, the 4563 also combines the benefits of a round-toe design (fewer seams, more expanses of leather) from the oxford silhouette. The result is a dressier iron grinder. Exclusively at Nordstrom. $300 (select…

Abbeyhorn shoe horns are all hand carved from Oxen horn to create a one of a kind shoe accessory. The stag shoehorn (top) features an integrated stag antler as a handle for a solid grip. While these finely crafted accessories are undoubtedly a luxury, using them regularly with your treasured shoes will definitely extend their…

Hypebeast has collaborated with British shoe icon Dr. Martens to create a special edition of the 3989 5-eye brogue shoe. The 150 pair run will be sold exclusively at Dover Street Market, as well as select Dr. Marten stores in NYC, London, Japan, Korea and Singapore, and online at Hypebeast.com/drmartens starting December 12th. Get ‘em…

Bean Boots will always be a classic, but if you’re itching to let your current pair tap out once in a while, these Jimmy Boots by Native offer similar levels of foul weather protection in a more technical — and colorful form. Features of note include complete water protection, a micro fleece lining, and odor/antimicrobial…

When you’re hauling a week’s worth of gear on rough terrain, nothing beats a heavy duty pair of thick leather backpacking boots. But let’s face it, most of the time, it’s a day hike to see some fall colors or a romp in a muddy dog park with man’s best friend. Then you don’t want…

Sometimes footwear should just be simple, comfortable, relaxed (still without Velcro) but versatile. KEEN has come up with a solution to this need in their new KEEN Timmons Slip-On ($90), a grown up version of the casual canvas numbers that are ubiquitous when the weather turns warm. Well, the Timmons Slip-Ons we tried recently proved…

Add versatility to your trusted winter footwear by mixing in new laces from Danner. While we’re sure the brand would prefer you to match them with only their 16-18 eyelet boots, our guess is they’ll look perfect on other brand’s wares too. $5 | Danner.com

Wolverine boots need no introduction. Founded in Rockford, Michigan in 1883, Wolverine has been manufacturing Gibralatar-like footwear since before your granddaddy was born. But this doesn’t mean they aren’t ahead of the footwear technology game. Their new Wolverine Fulcrum ICS boots are infused with the Individual Comfort System that provides an adjustable gel disc in…

Layered piece, rubber injected sole, and secondary laces add pops of color. Concealed Nike Air Technology. Leather lined. Leather stacked heel and sole with rubber injected forepart. $228 | colehaan.com More photos after the jump.

At first glance, you might think the Eastport Handsewn Ranger Boot ($99) is another noble endeavor at the handsewn moc. Look a little further though and you’ll see this boot is not only a fine combination of Native American character and American panache, but one with outstanding appointments as well, including: premium handsewn leather, eight…

Sperry’s Cloud Logo brand puts a trendier spin on American originals. The shipyard rigger boot features genuine handsewn construction, a removable, full length molded footbed, and Sperry’s own Wave Comfort System for added cushioning and air circulation. $140 | Sperry Top-Sider

A couple of hundred miles south of its source in Northern Minnesota, the Mississippi River, after passing through Minneapolis and St. Paul, flows past an achingly charming town called Red Wing. Nestled below towering limestone bluffs patrolled by bald eagles, Red Wing sits like an oversized model railroad set. Its downtown Main Street is lined…

The Wolverine Mayall is a new addition to the famed boot maker’s No. 1883 collection. Featuring a soft full-grain leather upper with a textured, plaid woven print lining, the 8” boot can be folded down for extra versatility, providing two distinctive looks. Thanks to a full-foam foot bed, these boots feature the same comfort and…

With an urban hiking boot look and bargain pricing, the Tretorn Sub Boot ($70) is an easy endorsement. Not only has it served us well in light of a recent East Coast hurricane whose name rhymes with unforseen but the Sub is simply one of the best bang-for-your-buck all-rubber rain boots we’ve come across. 100%…

Oxblood full grain leather chukka boots from Mark McNairy with contrasting bright yellow rubber soles and a simple lace closure. $420 | mrporter.com

100% natural varnished vegetable tanned italian leather, three brass rivets, recycled rubber sole. $98 | apolisglobal.com

$6 | Benjosmpls.com Add new life to your favorite boots and shoes with these colored waxed cotton laces. Made in the USA in Minneapolis, MN. Sold in 30-inch lengths in a variety of colors

$630 | yuketen.com Horween Chromexcel Loden Green Leather Uppers, Sewn on Vibram Christy Sole, Hand Stitched Moccasin Toe, Heavyweight Rawhide Leather Laces, Stainless Steel Eyelets, Comes in Woven Yuketen Shoe Bag, Highly Limited Numbers, Hand Crafted in the USA

$55 | tretorn.com The Tretorn Nylite men’s tennis shoes, born in 1967, were regarded as the first luxury sports shoe. Natural canvas upper. Classic Gullwing logo. Textile lining and sockliner, Eco OrthoLite insole. Rubber cupsole.

The Jason Markk Premium Sneaker Solution Set ($20) was created to help sneakerheads keep their prized pairs looking just as clean as they day they were bought. The kit includes an 8 oz. bottle of premium sneaker solution, good for cleaning up to 200 pairs of kicks. The solution’s 98% natural formula is void of…

$200 | NewBalance.com

$320 | Red Wing Heritage

There are a million plimsolls (that’s British for rubber soled canvas shoe) out there vying to be your go to kicks for summer. These options from OBEY and Generic Surplus deserve special attention on your part thanks to how well they integrate classic boat shoe elements like work wear laces and metal eyelets. Their mesh…

The Mark McNairy Smokin Saddle Shoe ($285) adds a welcomed bit of distinction to a wardrobe area dominated by solid blacks and browns. Made in England from a combination of grey and navy suede, wear them with a set of chinos or jeans and they’ll act as a good classic ballast to your otherwise thoroughly…

We may not be able to do much about the invasive body searches, but air-travel doesn’t have to be a miserable experience in every aspect. A critical piece of gear you shouldn’t overlook are the shoes — specifically: weight, style and ease. The Adidas SLVR S-M-L Concept Shoes ($140) are designed with all three in…