gear guide
Raider’s Gear Review And Other Stories
My fellow hiker trash, welcome! What lies before you is all the hiking gear I used to finish my 2017 thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. I've included, sizes, weights and ...
Gear Guide 2016: Standout Down and Synthetic Insulating Jackets
No matter what the season, your insulation layer can make or break a backpacking trip, and in some cases might even save your life. There are innumerable "puffy" options to choose from...
Our 2015 Summer Backpacker’s Gear Guide
Long days. Big miles. Big sun. Big sweat. Big bugs. Surprise storms. Unreliable water sources. Stuck in a four-way tie for our favorite backpacking season, it's summer time. The following
Our 2015 Spring Backpacker’s Gear Guide
It's wet, it's warm (but not too warm), it's cold (but not too cold). It's spring. Tis the season for temperate hiking conditions (a definite plus for us heavy-sweaters), budding flowers,
Our 2014 Backpackers Gift Guide
Looking for the perfect gift for the backpacker in your life? Look no further. The following list includes many of our favorite pieces of gear across several categories. Submissions are courtesy