Category: Gear

The SPARtool: A Lightweight Survival Tool

January 12, 2016

A student from the University of Utah has made headlines by creating a multi-purpose backpacking tool called the SPARtool. Though it’s not available yet, once you hear about it, you’re going to…
New Gear to Look Out for in 2016

January 7, 2016

A new year means more hiking goals, and with that, new gear to keep an eye out for. These days, technology is expanding quickly, and more and more useful gear and equipment…
Getting Suited Up: Basic Winter Gear

December 17, 2015

Hiking during the winter means going out in conditions that are not always favorable by your current set of gear. The snow, ice, wind, and little visibility can take a toll on…
Choosing a Rain Jacket

November 25, 2015

A rain jacket is crucial when it comes to your health and comfort while hiking. Everyone who hikes knows that you need to layer up, but the outermost layer is the one…
How to Choose a Sleeping Bag

October 9, 2015

Sleeping in a tent can be one of the great joys of the wilderness. If you don’t have the right sleeping bag, however, that joy can turn to misery quickly. There are…
First Time Gear for Beginner Backpackers: What to Invest In

October 6, 2015

If it’s your first time backpacking, it’s easy to get lost in all of the gear for beginner backpackers. Don’t get carried away with new gear. Necessary items can be difficult to…
Hiking Boots for Every Type of Backpacker

September 1, 2015

Every backpacker needs a good pair of hiking boots just as much as a good backpack. However, finding boots that are comfortable, affordable, and appropriate for your feet as well as the…
8 Gadgets For Backpackers That You Didn’t Know You Needed

August 28, 2015

Because one of the main reasons to pack a bag and head into the wilderness is to get away from civilization, the last thing backpackers are usually thinking about is what technology…
How to Choose a Backpacking Tent

June 21, 2015

When you’re on the trail a good tent can be one of the most important items in (or sometimes on) your pack. Your tent provides you shelter from in-climate weather, privacy from…
How to Choose a Backpacking Stove

June 15, 2015

Knowing how to choose a backpacking stove can be an incredibly important consideration. Imagine, you’re out on the trail, packed with some of the best dehydrated food your local outfitter has to…