Reviews
Gear Review: REI Co-Op Essential Rain Jacket
Circumstances of Review I have used this jacket during both rainy walks in Philadelphia, and wet early-fall hikes in the Pennsylvania woods. We've had rain almost every day during the...
Food Review: Packit Gourmet Homemade Backpacking Meals
Packit Gourmet started as a way to feed Debbie and Jeff Mullins's family during outdoor adventures. They then turned their backcountry culinary skills into a family-owned and operated business. They
Gear Review: Gossamer Gear Gorilla 40 Backpack
The Gossamer Gear Gorilla 40 ultralight backpack is best used for multiday hikes or thru-hikes. Experienced hikers who have a handle on their base weight will enjoy the Gorilla while...
Gear Review: Oboz Campster Sandal
I'm surprised no one had ramped up the outdoors cred of the omnipresent foam clogs until now, but I'm glad Oboz jumped on it. This Montana-based company has crushed it...
Food Review: TrailFork Backcountry Meals
Hikers all know that one of the keys to a successful backcountry adventure is the food. It is also one of the main challenges. It can be hard to get...
Gear Review: Sierra Designs Nitro Dridown 800 Sleeping Bag
Coming in at a reasonable pricepoint for a weight of less than 1.5 pounds, the Ever since last summer, when I slept out nearly every night in muggy 70-ish degree...
Gear Review: Hyperlite Mountain Gear Windrider 3400
You'll be hard pressed to trek too far on the Appalachian Trail or Pacific Crest Trail without running into someone using a Hyperlite Mountain Gear's Windrider 3400 is an ultralight...
Best Gear from Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2018
Each year (sometimes twice a year if we're feeling froggy) The Trek hits up Outdoor Retailer, the industry's largest trade show. This semiannual event showcases new gear, major industry players,
Gear Review: Therm-a-Rest Space Cowboy Sleeping Bag 45-Degree
Ready for a cozy night on the Colorado Trail! I was really excited when I first read the specs on this bag. I've been in the market for a lightweight...
Apparel Review: Adira Activewear Leggings and Skort
Over the course of a couple of decades as a runner, hiker, and general lover of the outdoors, I’ve tried the gamut of women’s athletic wear, or athleisure as it’s...
