Gear
The Top Footwear on the Appalachian Trail: 2019 AT Thru-Hiker Survey
Each year as part of The Trek’s annual thru-hiker survey, we ask hikers about the footwear they used, and this footwear data remains my favorite to analyze and write about!...
The Best Deals for Backpackers at REI’s Shop Now Be Done Sale
This is a sponsored post brought to you by REI The holiday week is right around the corner, and you don't want to be caught scrambling for last-minute gifts. There'a...
Thru-Hiker’s Gift Guide 2019: Under $50
We polled thru-hikers, our gear review team, and our writer crew to find out what they'd most want to find neatly wrapped and ready to throw into the pack. These...
Gear Review: GORE H5 SHAKEDRY Hooded Rain Jacket
Gore has always been a forerunner of new rainproof technology and this jacket takes the latest innovations to come out of the Gore labs and combines them into an impressive...
Gear Review: TOAKS 900ml D130mm Pot
One of the most enjoyable parts of a long day on the trail can be a hearty hot meal in camp. The TOAKS 900ml D130mm Pot is a nicely sized...
REI Backpacker’s Holiday Gift Guide
This is a sponsored post brought to you by REI If you're perusing this site, chances are someone on your holiday list is thru-hiking, or you yourself are hitting a...
Gear Review: Outdoor Research Illuminate Hoody
I’ve been testing the Outdoor Research Illuminate Hoody for several months and I can say it’s an excellent all-rounder for day hikes and backpacking trips. Below are the important
The Best Cyber Monday and Cyber Week Deals for Backpackers
Once upon a time, Cyber Monday was the holy grail of discounts. Somewhere along the way, for many merchants, Cyber Monday evolved into Cyber Week. Whether you're in search of...
The Best Deals for Backpackers at REI’s Cyber Week Sale
This is a sponsored post brought to you by REI REI opts out of Black Friday each year, encouraging hikers to get outside instead of joining the crowds in the...
The Best Black Friday Deals for Backpackers
Before you #OptOutside on Black Friday, peep the below deals to see if you can't score a steep discount on your gear upgrades for the 2020 backpacking season. We've combed...
