Hiking

Testing Thermo-Molded Hiking Shoes: Tecnica Plasma S Review

Tecnica’s Plasma S uses technology similar to ski boots to thermo-mold to a specific foot’s shape. For this review, I wore them on adventures around the…

Written by Bryon Dorr April 20, 2020

City Hiking Is What We Need Right Now: How to Get Started

With a little planning, city-dwellers can stretch their legs and get some much needed fresh air right out their front doors. Here’s the how and…

Written by GJ Staff April 15, 2020

A Guide to Micro-Adventures: Exploration Near Home

There’s an important life lesson to be learned from this film: Adventure can be found anywhere — in deserts, oceans, and yes, even traffic-packed highways.

Written by Mary Murphy April 14, 2020

Survival Gear: 10 Items to Survive

The right gear in your backpack can literally save your life. But what survival gear should you bring?

Written by GJ Staff April 01, 2020

‘Hike in Place,’ Recommends Superior Hiking Trail Association

While many states exempt hiking from shelter-in-place orders, that doesn’t mean you should hit the road before you hit the trail.

Written by Sean McCoy March 29, 2020

Hiking Through the Desert: How PCT Hikers Do It

Check out these thru-hiking tricks for conquering desert trails that any hiker can use, from calculating water use to avoiding the heat.

Written by GJ Staff March 27, 2020

How to Buy Local (and Score a Deal) During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Keep mom-and-pop gear shops in business and get great deals when you buy from specialty retailers that have shuttered their shops but are still shipping.

Written by GJ Staff March 27, 2020

This Man Plans to Hike 8,000 Miles to Form a ‘Greater Western Loop’

Hiker Jon Schwarze will tack additional miles onto one of North America’s boldest lines to make the Great Western Loop even greater.

Written by GJ Staff March 26, 2020

Mule Deer Migration: One Woman Follows in Its Footsteps

Like wildlife? Need something to do? Settle down with this hour-long virtual film festival.

Written by Mary Murphy March 26, 2020

Trans Adirondack: The Hardest Thru-Hike You’ve Never Heard Of

Less than 10 years old, this thru-hike has already confounded three Triple Crown hikers.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 17, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Ledlenser Portable Backcountry Lights Giveaway

This week, five lucky winners will receive one of Ledlenser’s stellar backcountry lights!

Written by GJ Staff March 13, 2020

Watch the First Steps Into One of the Oldest Forests on Earth

Watch as an actual hidden forest with some of the oldest trees on Earth is revealed. And you can visit.

Written by Mary Murphy March 04, 2020

Depression Confessional: Finding New (Old) Life Outdoors

GearJunkie’s ‘How I Stay Fit’ series has seriously inspired me to renew my pursuit of fitness outside. My self-imposed isolation indoors is coming to a…

Written by Alex Kirk February 25, 2020

5 Ways to Lighten Your Pack for Backpacking

With thru-hikes like the Appalachian Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail gaining popularity, hikers are constantly looking to shed weight from their packs. But you…

Written by GJ Staff February 19, 2020

Save 40%: The North Face Gear Is on Sale Now

Check out our three favorite deals from The North Face sale at Backcountry. Save up to 40% on jackets, footwear, shorts, and more outdoor gear…

Written by Mallory Paige February 19, 2020

Pay It Forward: Salewa Starts Giveaway for Thru-Hikers

Mountain sport brand Salewa wants to give you — and a bunch of other thru-hikers — free shoes for a year as part of its…

Written by Mary Murphy February 07, 2020

A Headlamp Made of Wood: Eukarya Origin Review

Headlamps are a necessity for any nighttime outdoor pursuit. And this one from Eukarya not only provides light but also sustainability and style.

Written by Mary Murphy January 09, 2020

End-of-Year Gear: Score More at REI’s Year-End Clearance Sale

Save up to 50 percent off outdoor essentials during the REI Year-End Clearance. The sale starts December 25, shop now for the best selection.

Written by Julie Kailus December 26, 2019

Free Guided Hikes in All 50 States on New Year’s Day

More than a quarter-century after its launch, First Day Hikes will again ring in the new year with free guided adventures in every state.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 05, 2019

Free Gear Fridays: ‘Survive Outdoors Longer’ Hiking Essentials Kit Giveaway

This week, one lucky winner will receive a backcountry hiking essentials kit from Survive Outdoors Longer (S.O.L.)!

Written by GJ Staff November 29, 2019

Gift Guide: Shop Now, Relax Before the Holidays

We’ve found the best gifts for all the adventure-loving people in your life. Shop these early-bird gifts now and get back outside doing what you love.

Written by Mary Murphy November 06, 2019

Alex Elizabeth Sets Female FKT on Superior Hiking Trail

Alex Elizabeth is a motivated endurance athlete. And despite heavy obstacles last week, she set a new record on the Superior Hiking Trail.

Written by Mary Murphy October 29, 2019

Watch: Intense and Beautiful Winter Camping in the North

If you’ve never been winter camping — and want to — this video is for you.

Written by Mary Murphy October 23, 2019

La Sportiva TX Guide Review: The Most Runnable Approach Shoe

The La Sportiva TX Guide is at home on both flat terrain and near-vertical crags. It’s a great choice for fast-and-light hikers on technical terrain.

Written by GJ Staff October 18, 2019

Exploring One of Colorado’s Lost National Monuments

High above the arid San Luis Valley, carved into the rock of the distant mountains and far away from any remnants of civilization, lies a…

Written by GJ Staff October 16, 2019

3 Major FKT Records Set Last Week

Thru-hikers and ultrarunners have been crushing all summer, but some athletes are just getting into their peak season. These are three major FKTs that fell…

Written by Mary Murphy October 07, 2019

America’s Best Day Hikes? Find the One Nearest You

‘America’s Best Day Hikes’ by Derek Dellinger is a trail guide complete with stunning photos, hikes arranged by region, and an essay on bear safety.

Written by Mary Murphy October 07, 2019

Will ‘Akuna’ Robinson Becomes 1st African American Man to Hike Triple Crown

Two-and-a-half years after his first step on the Pacific Crest Trail, Will ‘Akuna’ Robinson reached the northern terminus of the Continental Divide Trail. And in…

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 16, 2019