Reviews
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...
Gear Review: Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2
Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL 2 was for a two-person tent. On the Appalachian Trail, I used the Big Agnes Copper Spur UL3 tent and gave it a five-star...
Gear Review: Big Agnes Insulated AXL Air Sleeping Pad
Big Agnes takes a serious run at the lightweight sleeping pad market with the new insulated and warm weather AXL Air pads. The insulated AXL comes in mummy and rectangular...
Gear Review: AKU Tengu Low GTX
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