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.
A well-packed hiking bag should cover more than food and water. Even on a familiar day hike, changing weather, an…
Army boots can work very well for hiking, but the answer depends on the boot. Military footwear is built for…
Hiking can be a practical way to support weight loss because it combines sustained movement with terrain that can make…
Sorel is best known for winter-ready footwear that blends weather protection, rugged construction, and everyday style. The brand was founded…
The 10 essentials for hiking are the basic safety systems that help you handle changing weather, navigation problems, injuries, delays,…
Swollen fingers or puffy hands can be surprising on a hike, especially when your rings feel tight or your grip…
Scrambling hiking sits between ordinary hiking and technical rock climbing. A scramble takes you onto rocky terrain where you may…
Hiking can be an effective and enjoyable form of exercise for people trying to lose weight. It raises energy expenditure,…
Tactical boots can work well for hiking, but they are not automatically better than dedicated hiking boots or hiking shoes.…
Timberland is best known for rugged leather boots, but not every Timberland boot is built for the same job. The…
Wide hiking shoes can be a major comfort upgrade when a standard-width shoe squeezes your forefoot, rubs a bunion, or…
Oregon makes it easy to pair a day on the trail with a comfortable place to sleep, but the best…