Hiking Gear Reviews, Expert Tips, & Trail Guides
Men’s HOKA Anacapa 2 Low GTX Review
Men’s HOKA Anacapa 2 Low GTX Review
Last Updated:
January 20, 2025
These shoes are comfortable, waterproof, and durable. They’re perfect for medium to long hikes on established trails in all sorts of weather conditions.
Women’s New Balance Fresh Foam X Trail More v3 Review
Women’s New Balance Fresh Foam X Trail More v3 Review
Published:
January 20, 2025
Taking cushioning to new heights, these shoes are designed to not just protect your feet from trail debris, but raise them above it while still maintaining a minimal 4 mm drop.
Women’s Altra Lone Peak 9 Waterproof Mid Review
Women’s Altra Lone Peak 9 Waterproof Mid Review
Published:
January 20, 2025
Lightweight, waterproof, and breathable, these boots offer the perfect balance of flexibility and protection for fast-and-light adventures on any trail.
Women’s Oboz Bridger WP Review
Women’s Oboz Bridger WP Review
Published:
January 20, 2025
Durable, supportive boots with rugged traction and stiff construction, these boots are perfect for backpacking with a heavy pack or tackling rough trails.
Women’s Topo Terraventure 4 Waterproof Review
Women’s Topo Terraventure 4 Waterproof Review
Published:
January 19, 2025
Wet feet are a thing of the past thanks to the incorporation of eVent waterproof fabric into this already rockstar shoe that offers excellent traction and a sturdy build.
Women’s Nike Zegama 2 Review
Women’s Nike Zegama 2 Review
Published:
January 19, 2025
With extra cushion, ZoomX foam in the midsole, and a Vibram Megagrip outsole these shoes are ideal for long days on trail, fast trots through the woods, and daily training miles.
Women’s New Balance Fresh Foam Hierro X 8 Review
Women’s New Balance Fresh Foam Hierro X 8 Review
Published:
January 17, 2025
With extra thick cushion from the Fresh Foam X in the midsole, and an extra sticky Vibram outsole these shoes will have you bounding down the trails.
Women’s Brooks Cascadia 18 Review
Women’s Brooks Cascadia 18 Review
Published:
January 16, 2025
Made for eating technical trails for breakfast, these moderately cushioned trail runners will provide you with solid ground feel, excellent traction, and plenty of room in the toes.
Women’s La Sportiva Bushido III Review
Women’s La Sportiva Bushido III Review
Published:
January 16, 2025
If tackling technical trails in the mountains is on your agenda, these rugged shoes, available in two widths, will stick to rocks and roots as well as dig into mud and dirt.
Women’s Nike Pegasus Trail 5 Review
Women’s Nike Pegasus Trail 5 Review
Published:
January 16, 2025
Fast, responsive, and perfectly cushioned, this trail runner is going to make you feel light on your feet as you zoom down the trail.
Best Trail Running Shoes for Women of 2025
Best Trail Running Shoes for Women of 2025
Published:
January 11, 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.
Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2025
Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2025
Last Updated:
January 7, 2025
We’ve hiked thousands of miles in the best hiking shoes available to see which ones gained the most traction with our team of experts…
Backpacking Sleeping Bags vs. Quilts: Which One Is Right for You?
Backpacking Sleeping Bags vs. Quilts: Which One Is Right for You?
Published:
January 3, 2025
Your sleep system is one of the most important sets of gear you can bring on any backcountry adventure. We dive into the pros and cons of sleeping bags and quilts to help you figure out what’s best for you.
Best Day Hikes in the Grand Canyon
Best Day Hikes in the Grand Canyon
Published:
January 2, 2025
With hundreds of miles of hiking trails weaving through one of the most spectacular canyons in the world, it’s no wonder the Grand Canyon is among the most visited national parks in the country.
A Backpacking Guide to Utah’s Uinta Mountains
A Backpacking Guide to Utah’s Uinta Mountains
Published:
January 2, 2025
Lying approximately 100 miles east of Salt Lake City, the Uinta Mountain Range is home to the highest peaks in Utah and the only major range in the contiguous United States that orients east to west.
Petzl Actik Headlamp Review
Petzl Actik Headlamp Review
Published:
December 26, 2024
This budget-friendly headlamp delivers solid performance with 450 lumens, great light quality, and simple operation. Ideal for camping and casual hikes, though not the brightest for technical use.