Outdoor gear, apparel and footwear for hikers and backpackers.
Through this last summer, PCT: Oregon’s gear testers got to sample some of the latest backpacking tent options available from some of our favorite brands. We were able to get these out into Oregon’s mountains in the sun, rain and even a little snow. Most were pretty solid performers, with more pros than cons, and …
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 …
There are so many reasons to love backpacking—having days, rather than hours, to be fully immersed in nature; seeing amazing wildlife that can’t be found closer to civilization; and spending the night under the stars, just to name a few. There’s just one drawback: having to carry enough stuff to sustain yourself in the wilderness …
GEAR SHOP // REVIEW On Trail with Sierra Designs’ New Flex Capacitor 40–60L Overall, I really enjoyed hiking with the Flex Capacitor, and it’s one I look forward to putting many more PCT miles on. It was almost a year ago that I got my first look at Sierra Designs’ new ultralight backpack, the Flex Capacitor. …
Choosing hiking footwear is a very personal subject, so recommending hiking footwear is a very subjective matter. What works great for one person may not be so great for another. It’s definitely not the same as recommending a tent or water filter. That being said, in the early months of this year, I was able …
ROUNDUP: 5 Footwear Selections for Big Trail Miles Read More »
Summer is here—and this summer is supposed to be a warm one! In order to stay cool and comfortable on trail, you want to wear the right kind of apparel. Leave the cotton shirts at home. Ideal trail shirts—especially if you’re going to be out for multiple days or weeks—are breathable, fast-drying and odor-resistant. These …