I've hiked thousands of miles, some on trails you've heard of (CDT '21) and some you might not have (Nolan's 14 '21, Pfiffner Traverse '22, Skurka-Wind River High Route '23) and currently enjoy thinking about hiking thousands more from behind a desk.
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Enlightened Equipment Copperfield Wind Shirt Review
Over the past year, I have become obsessed with the humble wind shirt. Where I previously relied on a thick grid fleece that alternated between too
Leki Black Series FX Carbon Trekking Poles Review
While trekking pole selection may not be a high priority for the intrepid thru-hiker, the category is surprisingly diverse. Hikers interact with
The Ultimate Guide to Thru-Hiking Electronics
We all dream of unplugging on trail, spending time in the trees and away from technology. That is, until we want to take a picture, figure out where
Red Paw Packs Front Range 40L Ultralight Backpack Review
Have you been on the quest for the perfect pack, only to come across a dozen options that make you say, “I would buy it if I could just change that?”
Wind Shirts + Alpha Direct: The Next Layering Revolution for Thru-Hiking?
The best and lightest backpacking gear seems to change by the week. Every time I go online, there's a new tent or backpack making waves in the hiking
Gear Wars: Which GPS Platform is Best for Backpacking?
Looking for a GPS app to help you take your backpacking navigation to the next level?We tested the top 3 platforms and here's what we found.
Katabatic Gear Flex 22 Ultralight Quilt Review
Katabatic Gear makes some of the best ultralight quilts available. Meet the Flex 22, their most versatile model, which is ready for anything.
Ultimate Direction FK Gaiter Review
The Ultimate Direction FK Gaiter is an adjustable and lightweight solution for keeping debris out of your trail shoes. No more mud.
Ibex Journey Short Sleeve T-Shirt Review
The Ibex Journey T-shirt keeps it cool, combining the best properties of synthetic and wool fabrics in a shirt that's ready for anything.
Chicken Tramper Ultralight Gear Custom Camera Bag Review
The Chicken Tramper Ultralight Gear (CTUG) Custom Camera Bag is a made-to-order product to holster your photo gear on trail. There are 12 color