GEAR SHOP 22 for ’22: Our Favorite New Hiking Gear of the Year We may have been quiet for much of 2022, but that doesn’t mean we haven’t been pounding the trails all over Oregon. We’ve been exploring lots of Oregon’s backcountry with the latest hiking gear and apparel as we work on a brand-new …
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GEAR SHOP Our Favorite Backpacking Gear Selections for 2021 It’s been another weird year, with more pandemic and more fires, new permit systems and crazy weather. But we still managed to get out for some good trail time and try out some of the latest backcountry gear. Here’s our picks for favorite gear of 2021. …
2021 GEAR GIFT GUIDE Holiday Cheer for Every Hiker and Backpacker Seriously, where has the last year gone?! We’ve got just what you need to kick off the holiday season: our annual Great Gear Gift Guide! We’re taking the guesswork out of holiday shopping for the hikers and backpackers on your list. Here are 20 …
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GEAR SHOP 10 More Trail Essentials for Great Summer Hiking We may be halfway through the hiking season, but it’s never too late to improve your gear kit for more convenient and efficient hiking and camping. Here are ten more of our favorite gear items that have become our latest trail gear essentials. TRAIL ESSENTIALS Purchase …
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GEAR SHOP 12 Summer Hiking Apparel Essentials for Staying Cool and Comfortable on Trail Need some new digs for hiking the PCT and your other favorite trails this summer? Check out our picks for some of the best summer trail apparel and footwear for staying cool and comfortable for the short and long hauls. SOFTWEAR Norrona …
GEAR SHOP // MAINTENENCE Keep It Clean. Make It Last. Cleaning your trail gear is not just a spring and fall chore. In order to keep your goods in top condition, regular cleaning and maintenance should be done throughout the season—especially in extreme hot, wet and/or dirty conditions. With some simple and inexpensive cleaning practices, …