Hiking boots can be heavy and bulky but not the Columbia Newton Ridge Plus II Suede WP Hiking Boot. Starting at only two pounds per pair this boot doesn't weigh us down yet still protects our feet with its burly upper and its waterproof Omni-Tech bootie that keeps out water snow and muck. The light EVA foam cushions our feet while Columbia's Omni-Grip rubber outsoles give us good outdoor traction that won't mark up our floors when we wear them indoors.