Gear
Unglamorous habits that keep our thru hike successful
Welcome to another Beanie Baby special! Solidly over halfway done with the Continental Divide Trail, Cookie Monster and I have built up enough experience (and street cred, we hope) to...
Best Deals for REI Members From the Co-op Member Days Event
This is a sponsored post brought to you by REI. Co-op members enjoy exclusive deals during the REI Member Days event from September 12 - September 22. The best way...
COROS VERTIX 2S Smartwatch Review
I’ve been a GPS sports watch enthusiast for a few years now, having adopted the tech before a series of unconventional, navigation-heavy thru-hikes last year. They are a fantastic bit...
Popular Thru-Hiking Backpack Gets Major Updates
Most hikers are no strangers to Hyperlite Mountain Gear (HMG). The brand's distinct, bright white (or dirty grey, depending on how long you've been on trail) backpacks can be found...
BRANWYN Essential Compressive Shorts & Bralette Review
The BRANWYN Essential Compressive Shorts and Essential Bralette are both performance-oriented activewear designed for hikers, runners, and travelers who prioritize comfort and sustainability in their
Durston X-Dome 2: A First Look and Review
There are few things I am as passionate about as I am Dan Durston's innovative and thoughtfully-designed ultralight backpacking gear. As a gear reviewer, I've had the chance to test...
These AI Robot Legs Do the Hiking for You
When Hypershell sent me their Pro X AI-Powered Wearable Exoskeleton, I had a few questions. The first, and most important, was: what on Earth could this possibly feel like to...
The Best Deals for Backpackers from REI’s Labor Day Sale
This is a sponsored post brought to you by REI. Save up to 30% during the REI Labor Day Sale from August 22 - September 1. It's that time of...
This Perfect Sun Hoody Has One Major Flaw
The RAB Women's Force Hoody is a lightweight and breathable technical layer created for active use in varied outdoor conditions. Made with fast-drying Motiv fabric and treated with an odor...
4 DIY Changes to Your Sun Hoody You Can Make At Home
Every hiker is different and, therefore, every hiker's gear should be different too! Any sun hoody you purchase will inevitably have a few quirks and a few missing features you...