Best Hiking Hats for Women of 2019
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...
Best Hiking Boots for Women of 2019
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...
Best Hiking Shirts for Women
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...
Best Camping Hammocks of 2019
Are you ready to elevate your outdoor experience? We thought so. Leave the tents to the ground dwellers and take things up a notch with one of the best camping hammocks around.
The concept of hammock camping c...
Best Kayak PFDs of 2019
As a kayak guide on Lake Tahoe in the summer months, a lot of people ask me why it’s necessary for them to wear a PFD (personal flotation device) on our trips. When the weather is perfect, and the lake is flat,...
Best SUPs of 2019
Quite possibly considered one of the most versatile water sports in existence, stand up paddle boards (also known as SUPs) offer a variety of opportunities to hit the water and get your splash on. Whether you’r...
Best Hiking Shoes for Kids of 2019
When kids grow as quickly as they do, you could be forgiven for thinking that a hiking shoe would be a foolish investment. On the contrary, it is perhaps more important to get your kids’ shoes right than your o...
Best Touring SUPs of 2019
If you plan on using your paddle board to explore over long distances, you’ll want one that offers good performance so you don’t have to expend extra effort pushing it across the water. The best touring paddle ...
Best Hiking Sandals for Women of 2019
Flip flops may sound like a great alternative to sweaty hiking boots. That is, until you stub your toe on a root and wind up with a broken sandal or a bleeding appendage. Ladies, do yourself a favor this summer...
Best Hiking Backpacks for Kids of 2019
When your little adventurer is ready to set out on their first big hike, they’ll need a sturdy backpack to keep up with their boundless energy. Enter: our round-up of the best hiking backpacks for kids, each of...