
Writer + social media @ The Trek -- Probably playing outside somewhere. Since 2014, Baby and Luna pup have logged over 8,000 miles on long-distance adventures together, including the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Cohos Trail, Continental Divide Trail, and Northern Forest Canoe Trail.
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Therm-a-Rest Corus 20 Quilt Review
As the trend toward quilts among backpackers continues, the number of options has grown. Despite not having customization options, the Therm-a-Rest
The Gossamer Gear Crotch Pot: Your First Step to Stoveless Backpacking
Imagine arriving to camp at the end of the day, and pulling dinner out of your pants. I've never seen a backpacking product like this. While at
How Not to Mistake Lyme for Coronavirus
It’s tick season again. Flu-like symptoms, fever, malaise, fatigue. Sounds familiar, right? These are often the base symptoms for Lyme disease, a
FLASH SALE: 25% off Trek Hats, Tees, and More (Very Limited Time)
Summer's on. Upgrade your trail wear with some seriously discounted Trek merch. This is the biggest discount we've ever run. Don't sleep on this
Gear Review: HOKA ONE ONE Speedgoat 4
They're built for long trail races and technical terrain, but these shoes make an argument for themselves as a fantastic thru-hiking shoe.
“Through the Great Southwest:” A Documentary about The Arizona Trail
Through the Great Southwest is a newly released documentary film in which Darwin Rakestraw makes his directorial debut, in partnership with the
Stay Inspired During Quarantine with Jennifer Pharr Davis’s Armchair Adventure Book Club
This is not what we pictured the hiking season of 2020 to look like. Just when we think that it'll be an injury, illness, family emergency, or
This Week’s Best REI Outlet Deals for Backpackers
This is a sponsored post brought to you by REI. Spring is around the corner and that means thru-hikers are hitting the trail in full force.
How to Pack a Backpack for Thru-Hiking
So you’ve got all this gear ready to go… but now what? While out backpacking, everything that you need is carried on your back, in this pack. You’ll
REI Outlet Roundup: Best Deals for Backpackers
Stretch your money a little further this backpacking season by taking advantage of REI's Outlet sales in the off-season. Here's a roundup of our favorite deals this week.