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The 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Survey: General Information Part 1
The 2023 Appalachian Trail Hiker Survey is here! This year we’ve added a lot of questions, mostly about the experience aspect of the hike and safety.
Patagonia Endless Run Shorts Review
The Endless Run shorts from Patagonia are good a pretty much everything. They are comfortable runners with the pockets to go the distance.
REI Trail 2 Waist Pack Review
Looking for a stylish place to stash all your stashables? Check out the REI Trail 2 Waist Pack for a versatile piece to take with you anywhere.
REI Flash 22 Minimalist Day Pack Review
With so many day packs to choose from these days, it's tough to find the perfect one that has everything you need. The REI Flash 22 hits all of my
Ibex Wool Aire Hoodie Review
Are you looking for a puffy jacket that can do it all? Are you a fan of merino wool? Wait, how are those related, you ask? Let me tell you about the
Zpacks Mummy Sleeping Bag Review
Not sold on quilts but don't want to compromise on weight? The main reason to move to a quilt was always to save weight, for me at least. Bringing
My Hayduke Gear List
As one of the Trek's gear nerds, it would be almost criminal to not make a post about the gear I'm taking on my upcoming thru-hike. I'll be leaving
Sierra Designs Flex Hike Day Pack Review
Do you go on a variety of short adventures with different gear needs? Have you ever had trouble finding the perfect size for a day pack because you
Rossignol SKPR 2.5L Rain Jacket Review
In my mind, the perfect rain jacket is like a unicorn: it doesn’t exist. A breathable jacket that also keeps you dry is just too hard to find. The
Top Stoves, Filters, and Power Banks on the Appalachian Trail: 2022 Thru-Hiker Survey
Each year here at The Trek, we ask long-distance hikers on the Appalachian Trail (AT) about the stoves and water filters they used on their 2022