Reviews
Gear Review: Northern Ultralight Sundown
The Northern Ultralight Sundown is built for ultralight thru-hiking. It has a simple roll-top design that’s made to withstand the elements of the trail. One of a very few Canadian...
Gear Review: Xero Shoes Xcursion
Xero Shoes have been around for nearly a decade, but the past few years have seen the brand really take off in terms of visibility. Started by sprinter Steven Sashen...
Gear Review: Six Moon Designs Haven NetTent and Tarp
I recently got a chance to try out a shiny new toy: the two-person Haven NetTent and Tarp combo by Six Moon Designs. It’s a double-walled, non-freestanding shelter that features...
Gear Review: Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Uberlite
As any distance trekker can tell you, the post-trail blues are a very real thing. In the months following previous long-distance trips, I've deeply missed the community of hikers, the...
Gear Review: Six Moon Designs Skyscape Trekker
I've been using my beloved REI Quarter Dome 1 tent for all my backpacking needs—some 4,000 miles of hiking—since I bought it in 2015. It's elegantly designed, easy to pitch,...
Gear Review: Hoka One One EVO Mafate 2
Designed for rugged trails and long days, the Hoka One One EVO Mafate 2 was designed with long-distance hikers and runners in mind. The shoe utilizes lightweight and secure materials...
Gear Review: Gregory Maya 22 Women’s Daypack
As a stubborn minimalist, I’m often caught outside with gear that is barely working for its intended purpose. This is especially true when it comes to packs. Resort skiing? No...
Gear Review: Altra Superior 4
Weighing in at around one pound per pair, the Altra Superior 4 is a lean, mean trail running shoe. But how does it perform for lightweight backpacking? This is what I...
Gear Review: Six Moon Designs Deschutes Tarp
For thru-hikers and backpackers looking for a simple ultralight shelter, the Deschutes Solo Tarp is a reliable and affordable choice. It’s not flashy, but it’s a shelter for anyone who...
Gear Review: Outdoor Research Wayward II Sun Shirt
While the Wayward II doesn't blow me away in any one category, it’s overall performance balanced many features that are important on a long-distance adventure - breathability, temperature-regulation, coverage, comfort...
