Backpacking

From $200 to $3,000+: The raw truth about backpacking costs will make you question everything you thought about this adventurous hobby.

Your knees might be aging 40% faster than necessary on the trail. Trekking poles offer more than joint relief - science backs their game-changing benefits.

From mud to snow to scree, hiking gaiters offer more protection than you think. Here’s everything you need to know before buying a pair.

Think trail runners are perfect for hiking? Your feet might strongly disagree. Learn why proper foot care makes the difference between bliss and agony.

Merino wool and synthetics face off in an epic gear battle. Which fabric secretly holds your hiking success - or failure - in its fibers?

Your beloved 65-liter backpacking pack might get you banned at the gate, but savvy travelers know the secret rules for bringing gear aboard flights.

Thunder rumbles 10 miles away on your peaceful trek. Learn critical choices that separate safe hikers from nature's lightning rods.

Two champion fibers, one tough choice: Merino vs. Alpaca. Their unique battle for outdoor-gear supremacy will transform how you spend your money.

Your body wants to eat everything in sight after hiking—and it's not just regular hunger. Science reveals why this primal urge persists.

Ditch the gym membership - nature's ruthless terrain builds more muscle than any fancy equipment. Your mountain-made gains await.

Sleep like a true cowboy without a tent - embrace the wild side of camping where spiders might become your bunkmates.

Thousands of hikers embrace the darkness, despite lurking dangers and guaranteed mishaps. Is your night hiking bravado worth the risk?