Gear
Socks Appeal: 8 of Our Favorite Backpacking Socks for 2020
When it comes to planning a long-distance trek, choosing socks may not seem like a big priority on your gear list. Socks are socks, right? Actually, no. Many thru-hiking veterans...
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 one, as the discount is only...
The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Sleeping Bags and Quilts for All Budgets
A bad night’s sleep is the quickest way to ruin a camping trip. At best, you’re guaranteed to be sore, miserable, and exhausted by morning. At worst, you’re putting yourself...
Gear Review: Patagonia Nano Puff Jacket
In 2015 I bought a puffy for a hike on the Colorado Trail that weighed in at 12 ounces at the time of this writing. It’s a great piece, still...
Gear Review: Oboz Arete Low Hiking Shoes
Ever wondered what would happen if a rugged boot had a baby with a lightweight trail runner? If so, put your weird dreams to bed and take a look at...
Gear Review: CamelBak Women’s Zephyr Vest
Running was my first love. When distance trekking was still only a dream, running was there for me. And now that distance trekking is a reality partially stored in my...
The Best Deals for Backpackers at Backcountry’s Memorial Day Sale
This is a sponsored post brought to you by Backcountry.com Backcountry's annual Memorial Day Sale starts today, May 15, and runs until May 25. Shoppers can save up to 50%...
The Best Deals for Backpackers at REI’s 2020 Anniversary Sale
REI’s Anniversary Sale is one of their biggest sale events of the year, and this year is no exception. Deals include Patagonia jackets, NEMO tents and sleeping bags, Osprey packs,...
Gear Review: Mountainsmith Andesite Trekking Poles
Making gear lighter is the name of the game right now, and Mountainsmith joins the club in the trekking pole department with the new Andesite Trekking Poles. Designed for the...
Gear Review: CamelBak Octane 25
CamelBak has brought together the best of both the trail running and hiking worlds with the CamelBak Octane 25 hydration pack. It’s streamlined and sits close to your body to...