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hiking and backpacking

5 Things They Don't Tell You About Trail Running

Sometimes you just have to learn things the hard way—but these beginner trail running tips may h...
hiking and backpacking

5 Lessons for Transitioning from Road to Trail Running

Taking the leap from smooth paths to rocky trails can be intimidating, but it’s so worth it. ...
hiking and backpacking

The Backpacker's Dictionary

Every sport has its insider lingo. Do you speak backpacker? Whether you’ve logged thousands o...
hiking and backpacking

How to Hike And Backpack In the Heat

Maybe your summer vacation to a cooler high elevation was canceled. Or the window for that cool-w...
hiking and backpacking

Planning A Future Thru-Hike? Here Are The 14 Hiker Types You'll Definitely Meet

I was hiking solo on the Pacific Crest Trail, back when it was OK to do such things, when I stumb...
hiking and backpacking

Meet Fika, The Swedish Coffee Tradition That Will Enrich Your Outdoor Experience

Coffee consumed indoors is life fuel. Coffee consumed outside? Well now, that’s just magic. This...
hiking and backpacking

How Trail Running Changed My Mind About Running

It’s been a rough year. My mood began a sustained nosedive last fall, nudged over the edge by co...
hiking and backpacking

An Ode To Bivying With Friends

Leaving the trailhead under a sherbet sky, I wondered if I’d regret not bringing a tent. Becca, ...
hiking and backpacking

Why We Need To Get Over "Bad" Weather—And Just Get Outside

As a modern culture, we tend to categorize weather as “good” or “bad,” as if only one kind could ...
alpine ice climbing gear and tips

Get To Know AscentShell Technology

When you’re pushing hard above tree line, change might be the only constant. A puckering wind th...
hiking and backpacking

What To Wear For Hiking The Appalachian Trail

So you're thinking about hiking the Appalachian Trail—awesome! You probably have a million questi...
hiking and backpacking

Cold Weather Running Tips

Don't let dipping temps keep you from hitting the trail. Follow these tips for more fun, enjoyab...