Category: Hiking Gear
Trail-Tested Review: HydraPak PackFlask™ 500ml Filter Kit (Shoulder-Strap Hydration That Actually Works)
One of the best parts of summer trade events like OMA is getting your hands on next season’s gear...
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Our Favorite Gear of 2025
Nearly every piece of gear in this guide earned its place in the Sierra Nevada. High-elevation...
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Osprey Poco Soft Child Carrier Review: Hiking the Sierra with a Newborn
Getting outside with a newborn can feel intimidating — especially in the mountains — but the right...
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Arcade Belts Gives Back Again This Holiday Season—And Why I Believe in This Brand
For more than a decade, Arcade has gone a different direction during the holiday rush. While most...
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Arcade launches new RECCO equipped belt, expanding searchability function for emergencies
October 21, 2025 Arcade belts, which provide stretch and function for outdoor activities, joins...
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Trail Tested Gear Review: Katadyn BeFree Filter AC 1.0L – Slate Blue
Trail Tested Review: Katadyn BeFree Filter AC 1.0L – Slate Blue Fast, clean, and...
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Trail-Tested Review: Danner Lightweight Trail Pants
Comfort and Flexibility for Cool-Weather Adventure When I pulled on the Danner Lightweight Trail...
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Trail-Tested Review: Marmot Aerothermal Jacket
Lightweight Warmth That Breathes When the Wind Bites When the fall winds started funneling through...
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Trail Tested Gear Review: Optimus Crux Lite Stove
Ultralight power meets trail-ready reliability in the Sierra backcountry. A Shift in Stove...
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Field Tested Review: Outdoor Vitals StormLoft 15° Quilt in the Sierra Nevada
For the past five years, I’ve relied on quilts as my primary sleep system, especially when hammock...
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Trail Tested Gear Review: Backpacker’s Pantry Pad Thai with Chicken
A Delicious and Hearty Trail Dinner from Backpackers Pantry After years of taste-testing...
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Step Up Your Trail Game: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Hiking Socks for Comfort and Performance
Socks, Soles & Sierra Miles: Why Your Feet Deserve Better on the Trail by Charlie Pankey |...
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