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The Thru-Hiker’s Guide to Female Urination Devices for Backpacking
I balked at the idea of a female urination device (FUD) when I first heard of it. It sounded silly and not very hygienic. But eventually, I was enticed by...
Is Universal Cell Phone Coverage Around the Corner?
Apple announced last week that the iPhone 14 will soon be equipped to send SOS messages to emergency services via satellite when cell service and WiFi are unavailable. Google has...
The Arizona Trail Gear List
Oh, those halcyon days of knowing exactly what was necessary on a thru-hike and what was absolutely frivolous and decadent. Simpler times they were, friends. But they seem to be...
EXPED Ultra 5R Sleeping Mat Review
EXPED’s recent release of their “Ultra” series of sleeping mats offers adventurers a lightweight and compact inflatable mat with multiple options for shape, size and warmth. This, plus their commitment...
Backpacker Radio #166 | Robbie Balenger, Plant-Based Ultra-Endurance Athlete, on the Colorado Crush: the Colorado Trail, All 58 14ers, and the Leadville Trail Series
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Robbie Balenger. Robbie is a plant-based ultra-endurance athlete, with achievements including a run across the United
AT Thru-Hiker Drowns in Connecticut River New Hampshire
Authorities recovered the body of a drowning victim from the Connecticut River near Hanover, NH on Friday. The victim has been identified as Joey Harvey, 45, of Prentiss, Mississippi. Harvey...
Six Moon Designs Gatewood Cape and Serenity NetTent Review
What can I say? I'm a sucker for redundancy. And unfashionable rain gear. So when I heard about the Six Moon Designs Gatewood Cape, a shaped tarp that can double...
Wind River High Route Trip Report Part 2: Gear List, Food Plan, FAQs
I was fortunate enough to complete the Wind River High Route this August with two friends. The best thing about a high route is that it's very much a choose-your-own-adventure...
Congratulations to these 2022 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 2
2650 miles, 3 states, 26 national forests, 7 national parks, and countless ramen bombs later, these Pacific Crest Trail thru-hikers successfully trekked from Mexico to Canada. Making it to the
Northern Terminus of Pacific Crest Trail Closed Due to Wildfires
The Pacific Crest Trail is closed from mile 2636 to the Northern Terminus at the Canadian border due to several fires burning near the trail. No reroute has been recommended...