Cot vs Sleeping Pad (And 3 Other Options)
If you’re like me who hates sleeping on the ground when camping, you want to make sure you can sleep well and not wake up with a sore back and hips. Cots and sleeping pads … Read more
Do You Need a Sleeping Pad for Camping? (And Alternatives)
If you are new to camping, you might not know right away what gear you need and don’t need. There are certain things you can get away with. For example, you don’t always need a … Read more
Hiking in Doc Martens – A Good Idea?
There are a few shoes that have been truly iconic in history. Doc Martens have been one of those shoes that have been around since 1947 and were designed specifically for comfort. Once popular among … Read more
Roll or Stuff a Sleeping Bag (And Why Stuffing Is Better)
When you get a quality sleeping bag, you want to make sure it’s going to last as long as possible. Different bags are going to require different types of care, and how you store a … Read more
Cork vs EVA Trekking Poles – Which Is Really Better?
If you’re looking to purchase trekking poles, one of the features you’ll be looking at is grip. Grips on quality trekking poles usually come in two forms, cork and EVA styles. There is a third … Read more
One Trekking Pole or Two, Which Is Better?
Hiking poles are a pure lifesaver (sometimes quite literally!). They save your legs and knees and keep your balance. But can you hike with one trekking pole? And which is better, hiking with one trekking … Read more
Hiking Without a Backpack: 3 Pack Alternatives
You might be wondering if you can go hiking without a backpack. You might not have a backpack or you might want to go hiking with a shoulder injury. Either way, I’m going to share … Read more
Can You Go Hiking in Sweatpants? When to Wear Them
Yes I know, sweatpants are super comfy. I basically live in them during the fall and winter. But hiking in sweatpants is an entirely different thing. Can you hike in sweatpants? Yes, hiking in sweatpants … Read more
Best Hiking Leggings with Pockets
So you just found yourself a great pair of leggings for hiking… but there’s one issue – no pockets! A complaint by pretty much every woman everywhere. And no, those little fake pockets don’t count. … Read more
Best Ultralight Down Jackets
Ultralight down jackets a favorite among backpackers, climbers, and backcountry skiers who are counting every ounce. But if you’re not so extreme, these jackets are still great for boosting sleep systems and they fit really … Read more