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Excerpt From “Nomadic Notebook — Norway”: Boots, Backpacks, and a New Life

Excerpt From “Nomadic Notebook — Norway”: Boots, Backpacks, and a New Life

This story is an excerpt from Dan’s recent book, The Nomadic Notebook – Norway, and a deeper dive into a previous story he shared with The Trek – Engineer to...

Dec 6, 2023 : Dan Purdy
10 Awesome Snow-Free Winter Thru-Hikes

10 Awesome Snow-Free Winter Thru-Hikes

Snow really isn't my thing. Does it turn trails into absolutely breathtaking wonderlands? Definitely. Do I enjoy hiking through it? Nope. If you're like me and love cold-weather hiking without...

Dec 5, 2023 : Diane Duffard
The Best Thru-Hiking Tents of 2024

The Best Thru-Hiking Tents of 2024

Choosing a tent for your thru-hike is a big deal, but it's also probably the least stressful house shopping experience you'll have in your lifetime. Enjoy it. The best tents...

Dec 4, 2023 : The Editors
Backpacker Radio #230 | Bennett Lee on Caving and His Calendar Year “Half” Triple Crown, Plus Rachel’s Colorado Trail Hike

Backpacker Radio #230 | Bennett Lee on Caving and His Calendar Year “Half” Triple Crown, Plus Rachel’s Colorado Trail Hike

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Bennett Lee, an avid caver, backpacker, and photographer. This year Bennett attempted the calendar year triple...

Dec 4, 2023 : Backpacker Radio
7 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers Share Their Favorite and Most Challenging Sections

7 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers Share Their Favorite and Most Challenging Sections

As the 2023 thru-hiking season draws to a close, we’ve asked our Pacific Crest Trail finishers to share their thoughts on which parts of the trail were their favorites and...

Dec 4, 2023 : Diane Duffard
Salomon Thundercross Trail Runner Review

Salomon Thundercross Trail Runner Review

This is the second pair of Salmon shoes I’ve reviewed this year, and I’ll say the same thing I said in my last review: I love Salomon running shoes. I...

Dec 1, 2023 : Anne K. Baker
Trail Profile: Te Araroa, Your Guide to the Best Way of Experiencing New Zealand

Trail Profile: Te Araroa, Your Guide to the Best Way of Experiencing New Zealand

Considering a hike on New Zealand's long trail? This trail guide for Te Araroa will get you started on the right foot.

Nov 30, 2023 : Matthew Kok
The Worst Conditions on the Appalachian Trail and How to Survive Them

The Worst Conditions on the Appalachian Trail and How to Survive Them

There were several times throughout my Appalachian Trail thru-hike where I thought, Why am I doing this? I don’t have to put myself through this. I can just quit. But...

Nov 29, 2023 : Abby Evans
5 Giving Tuesday Deals for Trail Lovers

5 Giving Tuesday Deals for Trail Lovers

Social media is a great tool for sharing stories and spreading awareness of important causes. But let’s face it: one of the best ways to support organizations and causes you...

Nov 28, 2023 : Katie "Oats" Houston
Purple Rain Adventure Skirt Review

Purple Rain Adventure Skirt Review

Several years ago, I read an article in Backpacker Magazine about Anish setting her first speed record on the PCT.  It was an incredible feat but what stuck with me...

Nov 28, 2023 : Lisa Slutsken