Hiking & Backpacking Archives - Page 8 of 21

As you hit the trail for a warm day of hiking, boots may not always be the best option. Your particular hike may incur several water crossings or expose you to the harsh sun, making the traditional boots and wo... Read More...

Best Hiking Underwear for Women of 2025

Alexandria Cremer

Outdoor Clothing, Women's Hiking

When you’re out and about exploring trails and summiting mountains, your body is moving. When your body in motion, you’re burning calories, releasing endorphins, and getting sweaty. Without the best pair of wom... Read More...

Best Budget Sleeping Pads of 2025

Carissa Stanz

Camping, Hiking Gear

Camping on the cold, hard ground again to save money? Getting some comfy zzz’s in the outdoors doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg. With one of the best budget sleeping pads nestled underneath you, you’ll... Read More...

Best Lightweight Sleeping Bags of 2025

Angelo Zinna

Camping, Hiking Gear

As any long distance hiker will tell you, packing light is not just a matter of preference. It is essential for the completion of a backcountry adventure, especially a multi-day one. The best lightweight sleepi... Read More...

Best Budget Backpacking Sleeping Bags of 2025

Angelo Zinna

Camping, Hiking Gear

The less you carry on your shoulders, the longer you'll be able to walk. When it comes to sleeping bags, there’s no need to break the bank to find a light, highly packable model. The best budget backpacking sle... Read More...

Best Hiking Hats for Women of 2025

Katie Hake

Outdoor Clothing, Women's Hiking

When you’re hiking or backpacking, you can’t always predict what the conditions will be, especially in the mountains where an afternoon thunderstorm can pop up unexpectedly. That’s why a hat should always be on... Read More...

Best Hiking Boots for Women of 2025

Katie Hake

Outdoor Clothing, Women's Hiking

Some hikers are devoted to trail runners or low-cut hiking shoes, but sometimes you just want the assurance of a boot that covers your ankles and provides extra support and protection. Especially if you’re plan... Read More...

Best Double Sleeping Pads of 2025

Katie Hake

Camping, Hiking Gear

There’s nothing better than snuggling up with a partner (or your dog) when you’re camping - unless, of course, there’s an uncomfortable crease in the middle of your sleeping set up thanks to your separate sleep... Read More...

Best Mountaineering Pants of 2025

Lindsay Rohrbaugh

Mountaineering

You've spent countless hours in the woods, logged thousands of miles on endless hiking trails, and now you're feeling ready for something more extreme. Your well-loved hiking pants may work well for long trail ... Read More...

Best Mountaineering Socks of 2025

Alexandria Cremer

Mountaineering

Just about everybody gets blisters or some kind of foot pain when breaking into mountaineering. Finding the best mountaineering socks for you can be frustrating, because you want something that prevents discomf... Read More...

Best Trail Running Shoes for Hiking of 2025

Carissa Stanz

Outdoor Clothing

If you want to be light on your feet and swift on the trail, you can enhance your trail performance with the best trail running shoes. From extreme rugged terrain to easy-breezy well-groomed trails, there’s a r... Read More...

Best Hiking Shirts for Women of 2025

Jessica Collins

Outdoor Clothing, Women's Hiking

Ladies, let’s talk about clothes for a minute (like we needed an excuse for that?). You should give the same type of consideration to choosing a hiking shirt as you do to picking the perfect party dress. Ideall... Read More...