Gear
Montbell Superior Down Parka Review
The Montbell Superior Down Parka is a seriously competitive player in the hypothetical competition of backpacking puffy rankings. With features like 800 fill power, a hood, pocketed hem adjuster, and
Altra Olympus 4 Trail Runner Review
Meet Altra's cushiest trail shoe. Is the extra bounce and Vibram rubber worth the premium price? After 700 miles on the AT, I'm a believer.
Salomon Ultra Glide Trail Running Shoes Review
The results are in. Let it be known that—based on some articles on the internet, a majority of the reviews on their website, and all those hikes I did in...
Patagonia Refugio 30L Daypack Review
Hello? Waiter? Yes, I'll have the word salad please. Which one you ask? Why, the "7.3-oz 400-denier 100% postconsumer recycled polyester with a PU coating and a PFC-free DWR finish...
Company Profile: Paka
In the last few years, alpaca wool has come into the scene to challenge merino's claim as the best natural fiber for activewear. Companies like Appalachian Gear Company and Arms...
The Best Hiking Gear Deals from Amazon Prime Day 2022
We have yet to meet the person who doesn't like saving money and there's no better time to accomplish this than during Prime Day, Amazon's massive two-day sale event ....
Zpacks Goose Socks Review
As someone who turns into the grinch if I’m forced to hike past 6 p.m., a comfortable camp experience is high on my priority list. And with a base weight...
Badger’s Tahoe Rim Trail Gear List
Talking in circles: bad; walking in circles: good. At least this is true when the inside of your circle contains one of the most beautiful lakes in the entire U.S....
Equipment and the Smokies.
My Equipment I'd like to start off talking about my tent. Boundless Camping Denali 2 person Tent, List $193 sale price $125. 65 oz. This is a small tent if...
Sierra Designs Gigawatt 60L Backpack Review
Looking for a backpack for your first trip? Ready to own your own pack, but not ready to shell out for a very nice one that you're not sure if...