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Yaktrax Chains Traction Device Review
Yaktrax Chains Traction Device Review
Published:
April 4, 2025
This budget buy provides the traction you need for casual winter outings on the trails around town. These cleats are tough on ice but gentle on your wallet.
Kahtoola K10 Hiking Crampons Review
Kahtoola K10 Hiking Crampons Review
Published:
April 4, 2025
These trail crampons are a great intro to mountaineering gear at a fraction of the price. Their giant spikes and rigid design gives you the confidence you need on steep icy terrain.
Kahtoola EXOspikes Traction Device Review
Kahtoola EXOspikes Traction Device Review
Published:
April 4, 2025
Ditch the spikes that you constantly constantly take on and off and equip yourself with these babies for the entire trail.
Kahtoola MICROspikes Traction Device Review
Kahtoola MICROspikes Traction Device Review
Published:
April 4, 2025
Thanks to their affordability, user friendliness, and firm traction, these spikes earned ‘best overall hiking spikes’ on our list.
Black Diamond Distance Spike Traction Device Review
Black Diamond Distance Spike Traction Device Review
Published:
April 4, 2025
For the most serious winter trail-runners, these lightweight and aggressive cleats provide confident traction on steep and challenging terrain.
Zpacks Pivot Solo Tent Review
Zpacks Pivot Solo Tent Review
Published:
April 4, 2025
A fresh take on the classic pyramid design makes this tent stand out in a sea of rivals, making it one of our favorite shelters we tested.
Zpacks Offset Duo Tent Review
Zpacks Offset Duo Tent Review
Published:
April 3, 2025
Using a unique offset A-frame design and incorporating a panel pull into the design, this tent boasts impressive livability and performance at a great weight.
Best Hiking Shoes for Women of 2025
Best Hiking Shoes for Women of 2025
Last Updated:
April 1, 2025
Looking for the most comfortable, durable women’s hiking shoes around? Our team of experts tested dozens of the most promising pairs over thousands…
Best Camping Hammocks of 2025
Best Camping Hammocks of 2025
Last Updated:
April 1, 2025
From premium models that are worth the investment, to budget options that wowed us, we tested the best camping hammocks to find the ones that are right for you.
Best Winter Ice Cleats & Traction Devices 2025
Best Winter Ice Cleats & Traction Devices 2025
Last Updated:
April 1, 2025
Whether you’re trekking in the depths of winter or traversing north-facing slopes in spring, a pair of traction devices offers surefootedness and peace of mind in slick conditions.
Durston X-Mid Pro 1 Tent Review
Durston X-Mid Pro 1 Tent Review
Published:
April 1, 2025
With a good balance of comfort, weight, and price, this is our top pick for an all around great ultralight one person tent.
Durston X-Mid Pro 2+ Tent Review
Durston X-Mid Pro 2+ Tent Review
Published:
April 1, 2025
This is our favorite tent for two people, balancing many features well while also being easy to use, and not unreasonably priced.
Women’s Xero Shoes Scrambler Low Trail WP Review
Women’s Xero Shoes Scrambler Low Trail WP Review
Published:
March 31, 2025
This shoe is designed with barefoot and minimalist hikers in mind, for those days when weather protection is necessary.
Best Ultralight Tents of 2025
Best Ultralight Tents of 2025
Published:
March 30, 2025
Every gram counts when finding the best ultralight tent. Our hand-picked list of UL shelters passed the test from our scale to the trail.
A Wild Weekend in Montana: The Beaten Path Trip Guide
A Wild Weekend in Montana: The Beaten Path Trip Guide
Published:
March 27, 2025
The Beaten Path in Montana is a gorgeous weekend adventure that avoids the crowds of neighboring Yellowstone National Park. It’s a 2-3 day point-to-point hike.
Backpacking Trip Guides
Backpacking Trip Guides
Last Updated:
March 27, 2025
We have hiked every single one of the trails we include in our in-depth backpacking and hiking trip guides below. For more popular CleverHiker resources to get you going on your next adventure, check out the following: United States & Canada Thru-Hikes Pacific Crest Trail Distance: 2,650 milesTime Needed: 3 – 5 monthsApprox. Elevation Change: […]