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This Thru-Hiker Carries a 3.5-Pound Laptop and Works Remotely From the Trail
For some hikers, a zero day means sleeping in, eating everything in sight, and forgetting that email exists. For Eric “Laptop” Weld, it means eight
Zenbivy UL Dirtbed Quilt Review
The Zenbivy UL Dirtbed Quilt is the perfect sleep setup for a cozy night in the woods. When paired with the entire Dirtbed Sleep System, this quilt
20 Strange Things Thru-hiking Can Do to Your Body That Nobody Talks About
*Warning: gross pictures ahead* Wondering what will thru-hiking do to your body? Skip the Google search and lookie here to find out. At first,
Gossamer Gear Vetta 20L Day Pack Review
Gossamer Gear’s Vetta 20L Daypack is a simple, durable design that will ensure a day of fun on trail. It’s best for those who want to be able to
This Freestanding DCF Tent Weighs Less Than 2 Pounds
Quick Verdict The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Crosspeak 1 combines ultralight weight with freestanding convenience in a surprisingly spacious package.
2026 Hiking Gear Trends, And Whether I Think They’re Actually Worth It
Things have gotten a little out of hand. The outdoor world is swirling with all sorts of hiking trends right now, and every time I open Instagram
I Thru-Hiked the AT With Less Than $2,000 — Here’s How
If there’s one thing thru-hiking has taught me, it’s that I can do whatever I put my mind to. And last spring, when the idea of hiking the
Hiking the AT in 84 Days: How I Shaved 64 Days Off My Second Thru-Hike
Appalachian Trail 2025: 2,198 miles, 84 days. It’s no Fastest Known Time, but it felt like a new type of accomplishment for me — especially
My Hot Take: 7 Reasons Hiking Pants Are Pointless
I’ll say it: hiking pants are overrated. When I thru-hike, I don’t bring them. Ever. My leg system is simple. One pair of shorts, rain pants for
After 10,000 Miles on Trail, These Are the 10 Pieces of Gear I’ll Never Carry Again
I started my thru-hiking career with loads of unnecessary gear, yet it took many miles of hiking to realize it. In 2018 I was 19 years old and
