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Best Hiking Boots for Women of 2024
Best Hiking Boots for Women of 2024
After rigorous on-trail testing, we’ve narrowed down our list of the most comfortable, durable, and lightweight hiking boots to keep you moving on…
Best Trail Running Shoes for Women of 2024
Best Trail Running Shoes for Women of 2024
We hit the ground running to find the best trail runners for every type of terrain. From mountain ridges to forest paths, we’ll help you find the right shoe for you.
Best Hiking Socks of 2024
Best Hiking Socks of 2024
Keep blisters at bay with the perfect pair of well-cushioned hiking socks. Check out our top picks to pamper your feet on your next backpacking adventure.
Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2024
Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2024
We’ve hiked thousands of miles in the best hiking shoes available to see which ones gained the most traction with our team of experts…
Best Winter Boots for Men of 2024
Best Winter Boots for Men of 2024
Get the traction you need and keep the chill off your toes with a pair of our favorite winter hiking boots. These kicks are cozier than a snow day with a side of hot cocoa.
Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2024
Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2024
We set out to find the most comfortable, durable, and supportive hiking boots available. After logging hundreds of trail miles ourselves, these top…
Best Rain Boots for Men of 2024
Best Rain Boots for Men of 2024
Move through the muck with confidence in one of our picks for the best rain boots. We tested every pair to ensure they’ll keep your feet warm and dry, even in the nastiest weather.
Best Down Jackets of 2024
Best Down Jackets of 2024
Down for an adventure? Our trail-tested recommendations for the best down jackets will keep you warm and comfortable on trail and in town.
Best Winter Boots for Women of 2024
Best Winter Boots for Women of 2024
We’ve braved the winter chill to find top-notch boots that blend function with fashion. These winter wonders will keep you stomping away with confidence.
Best Rain Pants of 2024
Best Rain Pants of 2024
Any weather is hiking weather with the right gear! We’ve trekked thousands of miles in the best rain jackets to narrow our list down to the most protective, versatile, and comfortable options out there.
A Guide to Hiking in Torres del Paine: W, O, and Q Treks
A Guide to Hiking in Torres del Paine: W, O, and Q Treks
If it’s your first time visiting Patagonia, a visit to Torres del Paine will most likely be on your itinerary, and for good reason. This spectacular Chilean region offers some of the best trekking in the world – dramatic granite spires, immense glaciers, glistening turquoise lakes – all the ingredients for an unforgettable and rugged adventure.
20 Great Ways to Use Your REI 20% Off Coupon
20 Great Ways to Use Your REI 20% Off Coupon
With the continuing risk of COVID-19, we’re first and foremost hoping for the comfort and safety of our readers, friends, and family. While experts are recommending social distancing for everyone and self-quarantine if you’re exhibiting symptoms, we want to remind you all of the mental and physical health benefits of an outdoor lifestyle.
35 Great Deals at REI’s Member Rewards Sale
35 Great Deals at REI’s Member Rewards Sale
REI has shut its doors for the time being for the safety of retail employees (who are still being paid), members, and guests. That said, REI.com is still open and all REI members should have just received their dividends. REI’s annual Member Rewards sale goes from March 20-April 6th and it’s chock full of good online deals.
5 Reasons To Ditch Your Hiking Boots
5 Reasons To Ditch Your Hiking Boots
For many of us, it’s been drilled into our heads since day one that backpackers wear boots. That’s just what you do…
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Versa Ultralight Fanny Pack Review
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Versa Ultralight Fanny Pack Review
Hyperlite Mountain Gear makes some of our favorite ultralight backpacks, tents, and accessories, and they’ve done it again…
Cirque of the Towers 3-Day Backpacking Loop – Wind River, WY
Cirque of the Towers 3-Day Backpacking Loop – Wind River, WY
The Wind River Range in Wyoming is a place you truly have to see to believe. It’s an outdoor adventurer’s dream come true. Where immense glacier-carved granite spires tower over crystal-clear lakes, rolling meadows, and fields choked with high-alpine wildflowers.