Browsing: Hiking & Backpacking
Hiking guides and trail-tested gear advice: how to pack a pack, choose boots and poles, train for elevation and pick the right kit for day hikes and thru-hikes.
Snow boots can work well for winter hiking, but the label on the box matters less than how the boot…
A good hiking boot is not simply the heaviest, stiffest, or most waterproof option on the shelf. The best boot…
Hiking can work your glutes hard, especially when the trail climbs. The important distinction is that using your glutes is…
Choosing where to stay for a Half Dome hike can make a major difference to your day. Half Dome starts…
Slip-resistant hiking boots can make wet, muddy, rocky, and uneven trails easier to manage, but no hiking boot is truly…
Buying hiking boots is less about finding the toughest-looking pair and more about matching the footwear to your feet, your…
Choosing the right hiking shoes or boots starts with matching the footwear to the hike. Terrain, distance, weather, pack weight,…
Hiking shoes and hiking boots can both work well on the trail, but they solve slightly different problems. Hiking shoes…
Trail running shoes are no longer just for runners. Their lighter construction, flexible midsoles, grippy outsoles, and breathable uppers make…
Getting the right hiking boot fit matters more than choosing the stiffest, most expensive, or most heavily padded pair. A…
A GPS device can make hiking navigation easier, but it works best when you prepare your maps and route before…
Selecting the right height for your hiking sticks is one of the most critical factors for a comfortable, safe, and…