Tuesday, October 13
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.
New hiking shoes should feel comfortable before you ever reach the trail. Breaking them in is mainly a way to…
Packing a hiking backpack well is about more than fitting everything inside. The goal is to carry the gear you…
Mud, grit, sweat, and moisture are normal parts of hiking, but leaving them on your boots can shorten the life…
Hiking sticks, more commonly called trekking poles, can make high-elevation hiking around Blue Lakes near Breckenridge, Colorado, more comfortable and…
Hiking is more than a pleasant way to spend time outdoors. Depending on the trail, pace, elevation gain, and pack…
Starting hiking does not require expert-level fitness or expensive gear. A good first hike begins with a trail that fits…
Stone Mountain Park in Georgia combines one of the Atlanta area’s most recognizable natural landmarks with about 3,200 acres of…
Finding a good hiking trail nearby is about more than choosing the closest pin on a map. The best local…
Hiking shoes should feel secure around your heel and midfoot without squeezing your foot, while the toe box should leave…
The right hiking gear should keep you comfortable, help you manage changing conditions, and give you a backup plan when…
Packing a hiking backpack well is about more than fitting everything inside. The right pack, a balanced load, easy access…
The Appalachian Trail (A.T.) is one of the longest and best-known hiking routes in the United States, running from Springer…