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The Evolv Rebel women's shoes redefine versatility for active women who refuse to be limited by their footwear. Designed to excel in multiple environments, these shoes feature a proprietary grip compound that delivers reliable traction whether you're navigating rocky trails, scaling climbing walls, or powering through gym workouts. The lightweight construction provides just enough support without weighing you down, while the ergonomic design contours to your foot for exceptional comfort during extended wear. What makes the Rebel stand out is its ability to transition seamlessly from technical activities to casual everyday wear, thanks to its sleek, modern aesthetic. The breathable materials keep your feet comfortable, and the secure fit ensures precision when you need it most. For women who value performance without sacrificing style, these shoes offer the perfect solution for a busy, active lifestyle. Steep and Cheap brings you this versatile footwear option that adapts to your day, whether you're hitting the crag, the gym, or just running errands around town.

Transition seamlessly from gym to crag with the Evolv Women's Rebel Approach Shoe in versatile Shitake color. Designed for the active woman who moves between urban environments and outdoor adventures, these shoes offer the perfect balance of style and performance. The Rebel provides more support and durability than casual approach shoes while remaining comfortable enough for all-day wear. The rugged construction handles easy trails with confidence, featuring sticky rubber soles that grip various surfaces securely. Whether you're heading to a climbing session or exploring new terrain, these shoes deliver the protection and traction you need. The women-specific fit ensures comfort during extended wear while the stylish design looks great in any setting. Evolv's attention to detail means you're getting footwear that performs as good as it looks, making the Rebel ideal for climbers who value versatility without compromising on function.

The La Sportiva Blizzard GTX Trail Running Shoe was designed for those of us who don't shy away from the trail even when it's painted with a fresh coat of snow. Its high-traction outsole, waterproof construction, and built-in gaiter all help us thrive in tough terrain and even tougher conditions. The GORE-TEX membrane offers best-in-class protection from frigid moisture when you're slogging through snow and slush, while a no-nonsense outsole ensures that you won't be slipping up on technical trails. Not only is this outsole equipped with deep lugs and a grippy rubber compound, but it also comes with integrated tungsten spikes that dig into ice, packed snow, and other slippery surfaces to ensure that you won't have to slow down when the going gets a bit tricky.

Out of Black Diamond's new collection of approach shoes, the Mission LT is a lightweight, technical hiker designed for fast-and-light missions on technical terrain. Its rockered-esque profile tackles steep sandstone and scree fields like a powder ski in soft snow. The BlackLabel sole's rubber is fine-tuned for traction on mountainous terrain, and a plethora of rock-protective features keep your foot ready for the climb after tenuous trails. Black Diamond's engineered EnduroKnit upper is remarkably durable and comfortably breathable in warmer weather.

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"I wear these daily for everything from quick coffee runs to weekend hikes. The EVA EcoCush midsole has this perfect balance of cushioning without feeling too soft or unstable. The lightweight fabric upper breathes well and the rubber outsole grips surprisingly well on both pavement and light trails."Lightweight and supportive, the Vans Ultrarange Neo VR3 Shoe is our current favorite shoe for short hikes and evening dog walks. The lightweight fabric upper keeps our feet cradled and cozy, while the EVA EcoCush midsole delicately balances cushion and rebound to keep our legs fresh.

Forsake’s Davos High Boot inspires with a deep character, balanced aesthetics, and modern functionality. You can see the Davos walking with the creative, the craftsman, the boarder, and the hiker. It rests under the dinner table, laughs in the café, and plays at the resort. It’s a lifestyle boot designed to suit whatever your lifestyle may be. With a durable leather and a water-resistant membrane, it encourages seeking out more. Riveted loopholes for laces hold fast as you prepare to push further. And cushioned midsoles propel you onward to unknown destinations. It’s a boot fit for any occasion, and a sole suited for any terrain.

When our pup's favorite dog park is buried in snow, we pull on the Greta and grab their favorite ball. The tall shaft and waterproof exterior stop powder from finding our feet, while heat-trapping fibers keep our toes cozy. With a rugged mixed-media upper, this boot is built for the trails yet looks at home downtown.

With its sneaker-like fit and outdoor-minded capabilities, the Malta GTX Mid Boot offers us the perfect balance of comfort and durability on our post-work or weekend hike. Constructed with breathable materials and a waterproof GORE-TEX membrane, this ultra-lightweight boot keeps you covered on dusty or damp trails alike.

With its sneaker-like fit and outdoor-minded capabilities, the Malta GTX Mid Boot offers us the perfect balance of comfort and durability on our post-work or weekend hike. Constructed with breathable materials and a waterproof GORE-TEX membrane, this ultra-lightweight boot keeps you covered on dusty or damp trails alike.

Sometimes we head to the gym and end up at the crag. Evolv's Rebel Approach Shoe has the style and performance we want no matter where we end up. It's a bit burlier than Evolv's casual line of approach shoes, and slightly better-suited for easy trails too.

Sometimes we head to the gym and end up at the crag. Evolv's Rebel Approach Shoe has the style and performance we want no matter where we end up. It's a bit burlier than Evolv's casual line of approach shoes, and slightly better-suited for easy trails too.

The Bodhi Sandal is equipped with the same non-slip, supportive comfort we expect from Chaco but in a more minimalist package with a low-profile platform and a simplified strap system.

Overcast days are no longer met with a sigh. We step out into the gray wearing Xtratuf's Legacy Lace 6in Boot. Our feet stay dry through rain and snow inside the reinforced waterproof construction. Wherever we're headed, the leather upper looks chic with both jeans and slacks, while the cushy footbed gives our arch backup against that long-day fatigue.

From the first chill of autumn to slushy puddles in the spring, the Sienna F 2 Boot offers the warmth and weather protection we need in a darling style that we love. This knee-high lace-up boot can be worn two ways: tall and mighty, or folded with a fleecy cuff. Its waterproof construction and durable materials keep us warm and dry no matter the conditions.

From the first chill of autumn to slushy puddles in the spring, the Sienna F 2 Boot offers the warmth and weather protection we need in a darling style that we love. This knee-high lace-up boot can be worn two ways: tall and mighty, or folded with a fleecy cuff. Its waterproof construction and durable materials keep us warm and dry no matter the conditions.

After a few warmups, we lace up our sending shoes, the Geshido Lace Climbing Shoe. The unlined leather upper molded to our feet, making this our most comfortable aggressive climbing shoe. The thinner heel rand gives for effective smearing while the dark spine heel midsole provides the rigidity we need to power through the toe in overhanging sections.

After a few warmups, we lace up our sending shoes, the Geshido Lace Climbing Shoe. The unlined leather upper molded to our feet, making this our most comfortable aggressive climbing shoe. The thinner heel rand gives for effective smearing while the dark spine heel midsole provides the rigidity we need to power through the toe in overhanging sections.

Delicate toe placement on microscopic footholds in the gym is a breeze when we're sporting Evolv's lightweight Zenist shoe. Designed to crush comp style setting, this aggressively downturned shoe features a rigid midsole that delivers optimal sensitivity and a tensioned rand for powerful toe positioning and minimal stretching over time.

Keeping us comfortably protected on trail, the Vasque Talus AT UltraDry Hiking Shoe is backed by UltraDry waterproofing to fend off raindrops, snowflakes, and muddy trails all year long. Its nubuck leather upper is extremely durable for seasons of use, and there are mesh panels to ventilate breathability. Underfoot, the Talus has a dual-density footbed with a molded midsole underneath for responsive cushioning. A TPU shank adds stable support on technical terrain, and Vibram's Mega Nuasi rubber gives the sole enhanced traction on slippery surfaces.

Mixing a functional design with a fashionable style, the Columbia Minx Shorty IV Boot has us covered for snow days. Featuring Omni-HEAT reflective lining and 200 grams of synthetic insulation, the Minx Shorty IV Boot is super warm but still lightweight enough for everyday activities. The Omni-TECH waterproof technology shuts out all moisture so our feet stay dry and comfortable, while the TECHLITE midsole cushions and supports our feet. The ADAPT TRAX outsole provides a reliable grip in wet and dry conditions, and to top it off, a faux fur lining adds extra comfort.

Mixing a functional design with a fashionable style, the Columbia Minx Shorty IV Boot has us covered for snow days. Featuring Omni-HEAT reflective lining and 200 grams of synthetic insulation, the Minx Shorty IV Boot is super warm but still lightweight enough for everyday activities. The Omni-TECH waterproof technology shuts out all moisture so our feet stay dry and comfortable, while the TECHLITE midsole cushions and supports our feet. The ADAPT TRAX outsole provides a reliable grip in wet and dry conditions, and to top it off, a faux fur lining adds extra comfort.