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.
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 doing so, he became the first Black man to thru-hike the big three.
Hit the Trails Like ‘The Real Hiking Viking’
Gloriously bearded year-round hiker Thomas Gathman (aka The Real Hiking Viking) shares some of his most-trusted gear for conquering long distances.
komoot App Aims to Make Planning and Sharing Routes Easy
Komoot has an extensive network of routes in Europe. Now it’s time for the U.S. to see what all the hype is about.
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How to Grow an Epic Beard? 21 Questions With The Real Hiking Viking
One of thru-hiking’s most iconic and irreverent personalities, Tom ‘Jabba’ Gathman — aka The Real Hiking Viking — swung by the GearJunkie studio to sit in the hot seat. And we learned more than we ever could have imagined.
The Manitou Incline: Understanding Colorado’s Iconic Vertical Hike
There’s something special about Colorado’s Manitou Incline. With 2,000 feet of elevation gain in less than a mile, it’s a brutal but beautiful hike with a cult following.
Watch: Built Like a Hiking Boot, Fast as a Sneaker
Durable, aggressive, and lightweight, the Merrell Zion hiker has the flexibility to be the only boot you need from home to outdoor escape.
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How to Enjoy a Bear Encounter
By taking the time to learn how to employ a variety of safety strategies around our ursine friends, you can safely enjoy a bear encounter. Promise.
Free Gear Fridays: Kogalla RA Adventure Light Giveaway
This week, one lucky winner will receive an RA lighting package from Kogalla!
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Merrell Zion: Sneaker Soul, Hiking Goal
Durable, aggressive, and lightweight, the Merrell Zion hiker has the flexibility to be the only boot you need from home to outdoor escape.
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Day Hiking Essentials: The Gear You Need for Quick Trail Adventures
What are the basics for tackling a weekend day hike? We’ve got you covered with our editors’ picks for the bare necessities.
How to Train Your Dog for Hiking
Just like people, dogs need to learn the best techniques for hiking and how to overcome its challenges. And that’s where a good owner comes in. Hiking with Fido can — and will — be great fun, but there are a few things you should know before taking your pup on trail.
10 Rules for Running With Your Dog
After running thousands of collective miles with his dog over the years, GearJunkie’s Stephen Regenold offers these tips to get the most out of training with a pooch leashed at your side.
Merrell Choprock: Built for the Trail, Ready for the Water
As summer temps rise, there’s nothing better than spending a day near the water. Luckily, the Merrell Choprock is a trail-ready shoe built for aquatic adventures.
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Hiking Trails Unite the World: ‘One Trail’ Video
This photo montage from Merrell displays powerful imagery from hiking trails around the world — and the people who populate them.
Osprey Exos 58 Review: Popular Lightweight Backpack Gets Better
The Osprey Exos 58 is a capable, multiday, framed backpack nearly as light as many frameless models. We put it to the test for this review.
Give Back: National Trails Day Is Here (With Gear Prizes)
On the heels of a winter that saw a government shutdown result in unprecedented waste pile-up in America’s parks, a coalition of brands will team up with the American Hiking Society to clean up more trash than ever. And they need your help.
Colorado’s Top 10 Must-Hike 14ers
These are the best 14,000-foot peaks in the Colorado Rocky Mountains.
3 Luxury Backpacking Items: What’s on Your List?
This video highlights useful comfort items to take on thru-hikes. Even if it may seem bizarre or add weight, I’m sure we all have items that aren’t totally necessary to take on hikes!
Hikers Beware: Search Is on for ‘Aggressive’ Bear That Bit Woman
Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials raised an alert for Aspen residents this week after a bear charged and bit a hiker.
Mountain Lion Killed After Attack on 4-Year-Old Boy
California Department of Fish and Wildlife officials said they ‘dispatched’ the mountain lion, suspected of attacking a group of hikers, after it showed no fear of humans.
Deuter Speed Lite Daypack Review: Forget About the Weight
Well-positioned padding, honeycomb foam, and a pliable Delrin frame make it feel like there’s next to nothing in the Deuter Speed Lite daypack. We tested the low-profile, lightweight pack over 6 months for this review.
Canine Adventure Gear: 5 Essentials for Hiking With a Dog
Hiking with a dog is the best. Get these gear essentials from Ruffwear, Buckley, and Ridgeline to prepare your pet to hit the trail.
14 14,000-Foot Mountains, 100+ Miles: Watch Joe Grant’s FKT on ‘Nolan’s Fourteen’
In 2018, Joe Grant set the unsupported record for Nolan’s 14, one of the hardest endurance challenges in the U.S. His task was to complete 14 14ers as fast as possible.
The 5 Essentials of Backpacking: On Sale Now
To go backpacking, you need a backpack, a tent, a stove, and a sleeping bag and pad. Here are five awesome options to hit the trails.
Best Memorial Day Sales: Outdoor and Camping Gear
Memorial Day means massive sales from top brands. Here, we feature the best Memorial Day sales we’ve found and handpicked our favorite outdoor gear deal from each sale.
Hyperlite Sale: Ultralight, Ultradurable Gear Discounted
Hyperlite Mountain Gear is one of the most respected ultralight gear-makers out there. Made with the wonder material Dyneema, Hyperlite almost never goes on sale.
Hiking Bargains: 3 Steals to Start Your Week
Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each Monday. This week, we feature discounted hiking gear.
Our Favorite Hiking Shoe of 2019 Is on Sale: Salomon X Ultra Aero
The Salomon X Ultra Aero beat out dozens of shoes to claim the spot as Best Hiking Shoe of 2019. And now it’s on sale.
KEEN’s Giant Sale: Handpicked Deals on Sandals, Shoes, Boots
Leather hiking boots, trail shoes, and comfortable sandals: KEEN’s big sale highlights a ton of awesome gear.
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Flash Flood in May: Utah Video Gives Important Reminder
First, it was the rushing wind. Then, the unexpected happened. Jamal Green’s video of Halls Creek Narrows serves as an important reminder for slot canyon hikers and climbers.
