Three Lightweight Trail Shoes, and Which Might Be Best for You
Hikers shopping for new trail shoes face a bewildering array of choices. We compare three new models to help narrow down the choices
Coros Vertix 2 – A Watch Review
The Coros Vertix 2 is the second edition of the most robust watch in the Coros lineup. This new iteration has longer battery life, added features, and an improved screen.
Melanzana Grid Hoodie vs Appalachian Gear Company All-Paca Hoodie
In the world of popular (but impossible to find) mid-layers, is the Melanzana Grid Hoodie or Appalachian Gear Company All-Paca Wool Fleece a better option? Over the past few years, these companies have risen to the top of the backpacking fashion world. Both are recognizable, sought after, and often out of stock. Is one a better layer than the other?
Review: Vasque Breeze LT NTX Low Shoe
The Vasque Breeze LT NTX Low provides the stiff, solid cushioning underfoot of a trail boot but with a low cut. So if you’re looking for something lighter than a boot but sturdier than a trail runner, these could be the shoes for you.
Gear for a Local Overnight Backpacking Trip
Whenever I have two days off in a row, I try to squeeze in a quick backcountry trip. Here’s the gear I take for these trips.
Uinta Highline Out and Back Gear
This is the gear Backpacking Routes co-founder Jeff Garmire took on his out-and-back hike of the Uinta Highline Trail.
Mountain West / High-Elevation Backpacking Gear List
The high-elevation mountain routes have epic views, rugged passes, and unpredictable weather. Here are our gear recommendations for mountainous backpacking trips.
HOKA ONE ONE Anacapa Mid GTX Review
The HOKA ONE ONE Anacapa mid- and low-cut trail shoes build on the company’s thickly cushioned, lightweight hikers for on and off trail. The mid-cut, which I tested, are a smart choice for someone who likes the above-ankle grip of a boot but wants the lightweight flexibility of a trail runner.
Day-Hiking Gear List – Full Day
If you plan well, a day-hiking gear list for a full-day is hardly more than you need for a casual afternoon outing. If you have food, water, an extra layer, and reliable navigation, you’re going to be just fine.
Save or Splurge? Maggie’s Top Swaps for Budget-Friendly Backpacking Apparel
Should you splurge or save on backpacking apparel? For many items, you can opt away from name brands for the same performance. These are our top swaps for saving money with your backpacking clothes this season.