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Hiking

Day hikes to trekking for many miles down the trail, we cover a range of hiking products.

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

December 5, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

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.

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Don’t Miss Deals: Cyber Week Discounts Still Going Strong

December 3, 2019 | By Sponosred Post

Don’t worry, Cyber Week deals are still here. Backcountry extended its big Cyber Sale all week long to keep outdoor gear discounts coming your way.

Free Gear Fridays: 'Survive Outdoors Longer' Hiking Essentials Kit Giveaway

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

November 29, 2019 | Sponsored Post

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

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Gift Guide: Shop Now, Relax Before the Holidays

Gift Guide: Shop Now, Relax Before the Holidays

November 6, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

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.

Alex Elizabeth Sets FKT

Alex Elizabeth Sets Female FKT on Superior Hiking Trail

October 29, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

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

Lure of the North

Watch: Intense and Beautiful Winter Camping in the North

October 23, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

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

La Sportiva TX Guide Review: The Most Runnable Approach Shoe

La Sportiva TX Guide Review: The Most Runnable Approach Shoe

October 18, 2019 | By Cory Smith

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.

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Exploring One of Colorado’s Lost National Monuments

October 16, 2019 | By Stefan Myers

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 fantastic secret: Wheeler Geological Area.

Nika "Early Bird" Meyers finishes Long Trail

3 Major FKT Records Set Last Week

October 7, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

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 in the last week.

Clouds Rest hike from America's Best Day Hikes Book

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

October 7, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

‘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

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

September 16, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

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'

Hit the Trails Like ‘The Real Hiking Viking’

September 12, 2019 | By Paige Triola

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 App Aims to Make Planning and Sharing Routes Easy

September 11, 2019 | Sponsored Post

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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Tom Gathman The Real Hiking Viking

How to Grow an Epic Beard? 21 Questions With The Real Hiking Viking

August 30, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

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.

Inclined Video from Salomon

The Manitou Incline: Understanding Colorado’s Iconic Vertical Hike

August 29, 2019 | By Mallory Paige

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.

Merrell Zion

Watch: Built Like a Hiking Boot, Fast as a Sneaker

August 22, 2019 | Sponsored Post

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

How to Enjoy a Bear Encounter

August 19, 2019 | By Nicole Qualtieri

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

Free Gear Fridays: Kogalla RA Adventure Light Giveaway

August 16, 2019 | Sponsored Post

This week, one lucky winner will receive an RA lighting package from Kogalla!

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Merrell Zion: Sneaker Soul, Hiking Goal

Merrell Zion: Sneaker Soul, Hiking Goal

August 14, 2019 | Sponsored Post

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

August 2, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

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

How to Train Your Dog for Hiking

July 31, 2019 | By John Woods

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 of running with your dog

10 Rules for Running With Your Dog

July 25, 2019 | By Stephen Regenold

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

Merrell Choprock: Built for the Trail, Ready for the Water

July 8, 2019 | Sponsored Post

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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Save 40%: The North Face Gear on Sale Now

July 8, 2019 | Sponsored Post

Check out our 10 favorite deals from The North Face sale at Backcountry. Save up to 40 percent on jackets, footwear, shorts, and more outdoor gear for every season.

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Hiker's Dream Knife: Benchmade Bugout Review

The Best Knives for Hiking & Backpacking: 7 Trail-Ready Cutters

June 27, 2019 | By Anthony Sculimbrene

Hikers want a light, reliable, versatile pocket knife on the trail. These seven knives will keep hikers happy mile after mile.

Danner Designed Its Lightest Hiker Ever: Here's Why

Danner Designed Its Lightest Hiker Ever: Here’s Why

June 25, 2019 | Sponsored Post

The Pacific Crest Trail is 2,650 miles of varied, rugged hiking. And Danner wants to help everyone, from weekend warriors to thru-hikers, get more enjoyment out of every step. The Trail 2650 is the perfect summer hiker inspired by the PCT.

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Hiking Trails Unite the World: ‘One Trail’ Video

June 17, 2019 | By Nate Mitka

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

Osprey Exos 58 Review: Popular Lightweight Backpack Gets Better

June 13, 2019 | By Seiji Ishii

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.

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Give Back: National Trails Day Is Here (With Gear Prizes)

May 31, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

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 best 14ers

Colorado’s Top 10 Must-Hike 14ers

May 31, 2019 | By James Dziezynski

These are the best 14,000-foot peaks in the Colorado Rocky Mountains.

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3 Luxury Backpacking Items: What’s on Your List?

May 30, 2019 | By Nate Mitka

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!

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