From the end of summer and into fall, I’ve been out tromping Oregon’s trails in the new Lowa Irox GTX Mid trekking boots. I’m a big fan of Lowa boots. I’ve been wearing them for years, with my favorite models being the lightweight Zepher and classic Renegade. The Irox are a synthetic boot built to take on …
Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn Email TRAIL TALK PCT Author Shawnté Salabert The Pacific Crest Trail had occupied Shawnté Salabert‘s mind for a long time. Three years ago, while writing for Modern Hiker, she couldn’t fathom how special it would to hike the PCT, much less to write about the experience. But then she was invited to …
Now is the time that many of us are looking at a big pile of gear that probably got put thru the ringer this summer. It likely includes sweaty, dirty baselayers, apparel and footwear, grimy sleeping gear, and weather- and sun-worn packs and tents. Before packing your gear away, take some time to give it …
Following on the heels of our tent roundup, we also sampled a few new sleeping bags in those tents. We’re also including a couple bags that aren’t new, but have proven to be solid performers for catching good trail ZZZZs. We also tried a few puffy blankets and insulated liners this summer as alternatives to …
Earlier this summer, we made our annual pilgrimage to Salt Lake City, Utah, for the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market. This is the immense, international expo where most of the world’s leading outdoor gear brands come to show off their latest wares—and give us a peek at what’s coming. Sprawled throughout the Salt Palace, we got …
UPDATE: Apparently, the Three Sisters Wilderness was a shooting gallery for lightning in last week’s thunderstorms. There are 25 new spots fires burning in the area and the PCT is now officially closed in the area! See below for more info. It’s PCT Days Week! Trail conditions got you down? Need a break from the snow, …