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Women’s Topo Athletic MTN Racer 4 Trail Runner Review
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Women’s Topo Athletic MTN Racer 4 Trail Runner Review

Published: September 8, 2025
This shoe offers incredible traction and comfort by combining a high-cushion midsole with a Vibram outsole, deep lugs, and a secure yet roomy fit.
Women’s Altra Experience Wild 2 Trail Runner Review
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Women’s Altra Experience Wild 2 Trail Runner Review

Published: September 8, 2025
Trail ready with plenty of room for your toes and thick cushioning this shoe will take you from trail to summit and back again.
Best Trail Running Shoes for Women of 2025
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Best Trail Running Shoes for Women of 2025

Last Updated: September 7, 2025
We hit the ground running to find the best trail runners for every type of terrain. From mountain ridges to forest paths, we’ll help you find the right shoe for you.
A Guide to Hiking in Torres del Paine: W, O, and Q Treks

A Guide to Hiking in Torres del Paine: W, O, and Q Treks

Last Updated: September 6, 2025
If it’s your first time visiting Patagonia, Torres del Paine should be on your itinerary. Here’s how to enjoy some of the best trekking in the world:
Titcomb Basin Backpacking Guide – Wind River Range, WY

Titcomb Basin Backpacking Guide – Wind River Range, WY

Last Updated: September 5, 2025
The Wind River Range, or the Winds, as they’re commonly known, are jammed with bucket-list day hikes and backpacking trips that reward you with epic views and unbelievable beauty.
Santa Cruz Trek, Peru – A Guide to Hiking the Cordillera Blanca

Santa Cruz Trek, Peru – A Guide to Hiking the Cordillera Blanca

Last Updated: September 5, 2025
Nestled in the white-peaked Cordillera Blanca range in the Andes, the classic 4-day Santa Cruz backpacking trip may be one of the most beautiful treks in the world. Here’s how to hike this overlooked hiking mecca north of Lima, Peru.
A Guide to Backpacking & Hiking in Patagonia

A Guide to Backpacking & Hiking in Patagonia

Last Updated: September 5, 2025
We’ve been fortunate enough to hike and backpack extensively in Patagonia. Here’s what we’ve learned about this magical region after many years of travels to South America.
Does Bear Spray Really Work?

Does Bear Spray Really Work?

Last Updated: September 4, 2025
You’ve packed a can of bear spray and are heading off to your favorite wildlife-populated backcountry. But somewhere in the back…
Deuter Speedlite Pro 25/23 SL Daypack Review
Person wearing purple Deuter Speedlite Pro 25 pack adjusts something as they face a mountainous, treed landscape.

Deuter Speedlite Pro 25/23 SL Daypack Review

Published: September 2, 2025
A lightweight, feature-rich pack that delivers excellent comfort and support for fast-paced hikes, scrambles, and peak-bagging missions.
Cotopaxi Batac 16L Daypack Review
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Cotopaxi Batac 16L Daypack Review

Published: September 2, 2025
Ultralight, colorful, and easy to pack, this minimalist daypack is perfect for short hikes, travel, and spontaneous adventures when you need gear that won’t weigh you down.
Decathlon Quechua MH100 20L Daypack Review
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Decathlon Quechua MH100 20L Daypack Review

Published: September 2, 2025
This sleek 20L daypack provides features and comfort at a price that keeps more money in your wallet for trail snacks.
Exped Skyline 20 Daypack Review
A person packs items into a green EXPED Skyline 20L Daypack. A black lab watches from the background.

Exped Skyline 20 Daypack Review

Published: September 2, 2025
A breathable, technical daypack built for comfort and versatility. Perfect for hot hikes and multi-sport adventures with clever storage and sleek style.
Moon Lence Portable Camping Chair Review
a backpacker stares across a canyon while sitting comfortably in the Moon Lence Portable chair

Moon Lence Portable Camping Chair Review

Published: September 2, 2025
This chair is affordable and comfortable, but there are tradeoffs, too. Learn more in our first-hand review of this budget option.
Gossamer Gear Thinlight Foam Pad Review
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Gossamer Gear Thinlight Foam Pad Review

Published: September 2, 2025
Sit pad. Sleep pad. Yoga mat. Lounger. This backcountry foam pad isn’t a classic backpacking chair, but it can pull off a lot.
Therm-a-Rest Z-Seat Pad Review
close up of the thin foam cushion pods of the Therm-a-Rest Z-Seat sit pad

Therm-a-Rest Z-Seat Pad Review

Published: September 2, 2025
Backpacking demands redefining “chair.” Thru-hikers and ultralight backpackers might be tempted to add this sit pad to their must-have list of backcountry luxuries.
Best Hiking Daypacks of 2025
A hiker sitting next to the REI Trail 25 daypack on a mountain ridge

Best Hiking Daypacks of 2025

Last Updated: August 30, 2025
From summit scrambles to scenic strolls, the right daypack makes all the difference. Check out which packs made our list before you hit the trail.
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