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Gear Review: Altra Tushar Boot
The brand new Altra Tushar is the next level ultralight hiking boot you didn’t realise you needed. The Tushar is lightweight, waterproof, breathable, grippy, rugged and tough – perfect for offseason mountain adventures.
Seven Exercises to Build Strength and Stability for Hiking
We often think about training our larger muscles but neglect to develop good posture and alignment. This series of exercises was developed to help build strength and stability so that your body can move more efficiently with less risk of injury.
The Evolution of Backpacking Gear
Backpacking and thru-hiking gear are experiencing an evolutionary change. Few innovations had occurred in outdoor gear for decades. Thankfully, the
Trail Profile: Hut to Hut on the 112-Mile Sunshine Coast Trail
The Sunshine Coast Trail is a 112-mile community-built trail located just north of Vancouver, British Columbia. It is the West Coast’s first and only hut-to-hut trail.
Gear Review: Women’s Altra Superior 4.0
The most important piece of gear for long-distance hikers is also one of the most personal - our shoes. One of the preferred brands of the thru-hiker community is Altra, which offers four different styles in their trail category including the Superior. The newer Superior 4.0 features some significant upgrades to the fit and durability of this excellent mid-range style.
Gear Review: Six Moon Designs Skyscape Scout
Six Moon Designs Skyscape Scout has been my go-to tent for a summer of adventures. This single-person tent is a fantastic option for new long-distance hikers who want to count ounces but don't want to break the bank.
Pacific Crest Trail Section Profile: Washington
512 miles, 111,000 feet of elevation gain, and 107,450 feet of elevation loss. And you thought the Sierra were hard! Due to the south-to-north trend
8 of the Best Stretches for Thru-Hikers
Long-distance backpacking may not be considered a sport by some, but that doesn't mean hikers aren't endurance athletes. Thru-hiking requires
The Pacific Northwest Trail: 1,200 Miles of Rugged Wilderness
The Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail is a 1200-mile route crossing the northern reaches of Montana, Idaho and Washington. This year the trail celebrates its tenth anniversary as a National Scenic Trail and yet many adventurous hikers have never heard of it. Let’s set the record straight.
Here’s What to Expect at an ALDHA-West Ruck
The western branch of the American Long Distance Hiking Association organizes a handful of annual pre-season hiker gatherings called rucks. I was lucky enough to attend one near my home in western Washington to learn about some of the long trails in America, how best to prepare for the upcoming season and to connect with others in the hiking community.