Hiking Gear Reviews, Expert Tips, & Trail Guides
Best Backpacking Chairs of 2025
Best Backpacking Chairs of 2025
Last Updated:
June 18, 2024
Ditch the dirt and relax your back. Our guide to the best backpacking chairs will help you find the most comfortable, lightweight, and easy-to-use options so you can kick it in backcountry luxury.
Best Hiking Sandals For Men of 2025
Best Hiking Sandals For Men of 2025
Last Updated:
June 17, 2024
Our trail-tested hiking sandal recommendations go the distance to help you find the perfect pair among our top picks for your next adventure.
Best Trekking Poles of 2025
Best Trekking Poles of 2025
Last Updated:
June 10, 2024
We’ve rigorously tested these trekking poles over thousands of miles to find the sturdiest and most lightweight options. Get more stability on tough terrain…
Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2025
Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2025
Last Updated:
May 31, 2024
We’ve filtered out the nonsense to bring you our purest recommendations of the best water filters around.
Best Hiking Shoes for Kids of 2025
Best Hiking Shoes for Kids of 2025
Published:
May 7, 2024
Kiddos need reliable footwear out on trail as much as adults. Check out our review of the best hiking shoes for kids so your little one can cruise along with you on your next adventure.
6 Safety Tips For Hiking with Kids
6 Safety Tips For Hiking with Kids
Published:
May 7, 2024
Our top safety tips for hiking with your kiddos will ensure that they have an experience that will cultivate a lifelong passion for the wilderness.
Hiking Boot & Shoe Soles for Grip, Traction & Different Terrains
Hiking Boot & Shoe Soles for Grip, Traction & Different Terrains
Last Updated:
May 2, 2024
The soles of your shoes are literally where the rubber meets the trail. Learn more about what to look for in the bottoms of your hiking footwear in this in-depth article on grip, traction, and terrain.
Are Hiking Sandals Really a Thing?
Are Hiking Sandals Really a Thing?
Last Updated:
April 8, 2024
Hiking sandals might just be the wave of the future. Though traditional boots and shoes are still mainstays of the trail, sandals have a lot of merits that might just make you a convert.
How To Wash A Rain Jacket and Pants
How To Wash A Rain Jacket and Pants
Last Updated:
March 22, 2024
All rain gear eventually needs some TLC – and maybe more often than you think. This guides walks you through the steps for successfully retreating your gear when…
How to Prevent and Treat Blisters While Hiking
How to Prevent and Treat Blisters While Hiking
Last Updated:
March 21, 2024
Blisters don’t need to be a bummer on trail. This guide explains how to prevent blisters in the first place, and how to treat them if they do pop up, as well as general foot care tips.
10 Tips for Hiking & Backpacking in the Rain
10 Tips for Hiking & Backpacking in the Rain
Last Updated:
March 20, 2024
There’s no doubt that rainy and cold conditions add an element of challenge to getting outside.
Best Trail Running Shoes for Men of 2025
Best Trail Running Shoes for Men of 2025
Last Updated:
March 18, 2024
Whether you’re gearing up for a race in the mountains or lacing up for a jog in the park, you’re sure to find the perfect trail running shoe for you among our tested top picks.
What to Wear Hiking & Backpacking: The Ultralight Packing Guide
What to Wear Hiking & Backpacking: The Ultralight Packing Guide
Last Updated:
March 13, 2024
We use our combined 100 years of backpacking experience to put together this packing guide for lightweight adventures.
Best Dog Backpacks of 2025
Best Dog Backpacks of 2025
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
We sniffed out the best dog backpacks for our pup pals to take on trail. These bags are rigorously tested for canine comfort.
Best Dog Boots of 2025
Best Dog Boots of 2025
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
Our dogs trail-test their gear too! We have the pick of the litter for the most protective, comfortable, and durable dog boots.
Best Windbreaker Jackets of 2025
Best Windbreaker Jackets of 2025
Last Updated:
March 9, 2024
When the wind whispers, your style should roar! Let one of our trail-tested windbreaker picks lead your next summit push.