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Big Agnes Tiger Wall Two-Person Tent Review [Video]
Here's our rundown of the Big Agnes Tiger Wall 2. This tent was new last year, joining the ranks of Big Agnes thru-hiker faves like the Fly Creek 2 and...
The Best Deals for Backpackers at REI’s Holiday Clearance
The following is a Sponsored Post courtesy of REI. For the full slate of holiday clearance deals, REI Co-op NPS Passage Trekking Poles Originally $74.95, now $36.93 MSR Hubba NX Solo...
Sustainable Gear Holiday Gift Guide
The holidays are a joyous time of year for so many reasons. We are surrounded by family and friends, there is plenty of food to go around, and pie. But...
Gear Review: Montbell Thermawrap Trail Skirt
Weight: 4.1 ounces (117 grams) Insulation: Synthetic Exceloft (polyester) with sewn-through construction Fabric: 20D Ripstop Nylon, 20-denier Ballistic Nylon Taffeta (lining), Stretch
Beginner’s Guide to Day Hiking: Winter Hiking Clothing
It’s beginning to look a lot like.... winter. With the vast majority of the trails surrounding me (OK, all the trails) coated in snow, I figured this was the perfect...
Thru-Hikers’ Favorite Luxury Items
With few exceptions, most thru-hikers try to keep their packs as light as possible, dropping significant weight after a pack shakedown or two. That can mean paring down to the...
The Backpacker’s Holiday Gift Guide: Under $25
The holiday season is upon us. And what better way to gear up for your thru-hike than to ask people to give you things? Just kidding... sort of. We polled...
A Guide to Sustainable Brands in the Outdoor Industry
There are few things better than time spent enjoying the humbling magic of our precious earth, and we can all agree our time outdoors is made more enjoyable by the...
The Top Tents, Hammocks, and Tarps on the Appalachian Trail: 2018 Thru-Hiker Survey
Each year, The Trek surveys long-distance hikers on the Appalachian Trail (AT) regarding the shelter systems they use, such as tents and hammocks. In this post we cover the types...
