Alicia MacLeay

Types of Sandals Top Picks How we choose: The best sandals highlighted here were selected based on 349 reviews of 163 products. Our top picks are those that are readily-available in the United States and have received the highest overall ratings from reviewers. How we test: Trailspace is powered entirely by our community of readers. The reviews posted here reflect the real-world experiences of outdoor enthusiasts just like you.

Congratulations to Trailspace's Top 10 Reviewers of 2025! These 10 community members' reviews were rated tops in 2025. Collectively they contributed more than 101 gear reviews to the Trailspace community, and our top two reviewers—Elizabeth and Shane—wrote half of those reviews! We're grateful to them, and to everyone who shared a review of their outdoor gear in 2025. First-hand, independent reviews help others gear up and get outside safely and comfortably.

You're going to need adequate fuel and hydration for your running and trail adventures. Here you can find the best-rated energy gels, chews, and bars, plus electrolyte, hydration, and recovery drinks in enough flavors and forms to please any palette (just be sure to give any a trial run before that big race). Want more food for longer outdoor adventures? Check out our full independent reviews and ratings of trail and backcountry food and drink, including meals, desserts, coffee, and more.