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Backpacker Radio #193 | Hiking the PCT in a High Snow Year with Daniel Winsor and Ned Tibbits

Backpacker Radio #193 | Hiking the PCT in a High Snow Year with Daniel Winsor and Ned Tibbits

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are yet again talking all things hiking the PCT in a high snow year. This episode was recorded in...

Mar 20, 2023 : Backpacker Radio
Karel Sabbe, Aurélien Sanchez, John Kelly Become First To Finish Barkley Marathons Since 2017

Karel Sabbe, Aurélien Sanchez, John Kelly Become First To Finish Barkley Marathons Since 2017

Karel Sabbe, the Belgian dentist who set the unsupported Fastest Known Time (FKT) on the Appalachian Trail in 2018, finished the Barkley Marathons last night in 59 hours, 53 minutes,...

Mar 17, 2023 : Kelly Floro
Best Deals for Campers and Hikers From the REI Member Coupon Moment

Best Deals for Campers and Hikers From the REI Member Coupon Moment

This is a sponsored post brought to you by REI.com. Co-op Members save 20% on one full-price item and an extra 20% on one Outlet item March 17 – 27...

Mar 17, 2023 : Sponsored Post
Ibex Woolies 1 Baselayer Review

Ibex Woolies 1 Baselayer Review

Ibex continues to make strides in its outdoor clothing offerings and has recently released a limited-time run of its discontinued-but-popular Woolies 1 baselayer. Made from 100% Merino rib-knit wool,

Mar 16, 2023 : Brandon Chase
Nepal To Ban Solo Trekkers Throughout the Country (Yes, That Includes the Annapurna Circuit)

Nepal To Ban Solo Trekkers Throughout the Country (Yes, That Includes the Annapurna Circuit)

The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has announced that solo trekkers will soon be banned throughout the country. According to the new provision, anyone wishing to trek in the mountains of...

Mar 15, 2023 : Kelly Floro
AT Resupply FAQs: Shopping Strategies, Nutrition Tips, and More

AT Resupply FAQs: Shopping Strategies, Nutrition Tips, and More

“So, are you going to have to hunt and forage your food?” Virtually every thru-hiker has been asked this question. For people unfamiliar with thru-hiking, it seems logical. How else...

Mar 14, 2023 : Brian Garner
Backpacker Radio #192 | Alex “GPS” Brown on Gear Talk, Gatekeeping, and the Pfiffner Traverse

Backpacker Radio #192 | Alex “GPS” Brown on Gear Talk, Gatekeeping, and the Pfiffner Traverse

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Alex Brown, known on trail as GPS. In addition to thru-hiking the CDT- with a Nolans...

Mar 13, 2023 : Backpacker Radio
Rossignol SKPR 2.5L Rain Jacket Review

Rossignol SKPR 2.5L Rain Jacket Review

In my mind, the perfect rain jacket is like a unicorn: it doesn’t exist. A breathable jacket that also keeps you dry  is just too hard to find. The Rossignol...

Mar 9, 2023 : Kate Richard
AT Hikers: 9 Thru-Hiker Approved Ways To Tackle the White Mountains

AT Hikers: 9 Thru-Hiker Approved Ways To Tackle the White Mountains

The 104 miles of white-blazed trail in the White Mountains National Forest of New Hampshire is hyped for a good reason. This area is managed differently than the rest of...

Mar 8, 2023 : Kate Killion
The Trek & Garage Grown Gear Present the 2023 Thru-Hiking Giveaway

The Trek & Garage Grown Gear Present the 2023 Thru-Hiking Giveaway

What's this? Another massive gear giveaway? Why, yes! We're excited to announce that the 2023 Thru-Hiking Giveaway, brought to you by Garage Grown Gear, The Trek, and dozens of exceptional...

Mar 8, 2023 : Kendra Slagter