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The right gear makes every hike safer and more comfortable. Explore our reviews and buying guides for boots, packs, clothing, shelters and accessories.

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Hiking Boots

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25/06/2025

Best Hiking Boots of 2025: Top Picks for Every Trail and Terrain

The ultimate guide to slip on hiking shoes

Hiking Sandals

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12/06/2025

The ultimate guide to slip on hiking shoes

Packer boot: your ultimate guide to choosing the perfect pair

Hiking Boots

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12/06/2025

Packer boot: your ultimate guide to choosing the perfect pair

Vibram sole shoes: the ultimate guide for hiking and trekking enthusiasts

Hiking Boots

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12/06/2025

Vibram sole shoes: the ultimate guide for hiking and trekking enthusiasts

Last posts

Why serious hikers rate the Picture men’s Park Tech hoodie as essential mountain clothing

Hiking Clothes

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07/07/2026

Why serious hikers rate the Picture men’s Park Tech hoodie as essential mountain clothing

In-depth review of the Picture men’s Park Tech hoodie, covering fabric technology, layering performance, sustainability, fit, care, and how it compares with nike tech fleece for serious hiking and mountaineering.

Comparison

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06/07/2026

Top Hiking boot care kits

Learn how to choose and use the best hiking boot care kits. Compare wax, oil, and modern waterproofing, understand durability data, and follow a step-by-step routine to extend the life and performance of your hiking and work boots.

Why serious hikers choose insulated muck wellies for women in harsh terrain

Hiking Boots

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05/07/2026

Why serious hikers choose insulated muck wellies for women in harsh terrain

In-depth guide to women’s muck wellies for mountain hiking: how they compare to classic boots, key design features, fit and sizing tips, durability, and real-world use in wet, boggy, and winter conditions.

The Best Hiking Socks Tested on Trail: Merino Weight, Cushion Height, and the Pair That Survived a Full Week

Hiking Clothes

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08/07/2026

The Best Hiking Socks Tested on Trail: Merino Weight, Cushion Height, and the Pair That Survived a Full Week

Field-tested guide to the best hiking socks: how merino wool blends, cushioning, and sock height prevent blisters, keep feet dry, and match your boots on long backpacking trips.

We Hiked 200 Miles in PFAS-Free Boots: Here Is Exactly When the DWR Stopped Working

Hiking Boots

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06/07/2026

We Hiked 200 Miles in PFAS-Free Boots: Here Is Exactly When the DWR Stopped Working

In-depth 200 km field test of PFAS free waterproof hiking boots. See how PFAS-free DWR compares to legacy PFAS treatments, what actually fails first, and how to care for eco-friendly boots without sacrificing dry feet.

Top Nubuck leather hiking boots

Comparison

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03/07/2026

Top Nubuck leather hiking boots

In-depth guide to the best nubuck leather hiking boots, covering construction, fit, waterproofing, performance priorities, and iconic models like Lowa Renegade, Hoka Kaha, and Salomon Quest Mid GTX.

Knee high socks that elevate every serious hike

Hiking Clothes

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02/07/2026

Knee high socks that elevate every serious hike

Learn how to choose knee high hiking socks that actually work: materials, compression ranges, fit, climate-specific choices, value, and a practical packing guideline for multi-day treks.

Comparison

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30/06/2026

Top Hiking boots for hunting

In-depth guide to choosing the best hiking boots for hunting, covering mountain terrain, traction, waterproofing, insulation, fit, construction quality, and long-term value for serious hunts.

The Best Headlamps for Hiking in 2026: Red Mode, USB-C Charging, and the Lumens You Need for a Pre-Dawn Start

Hiking Accessories

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03/07/2026

The Best Headlamps for Hiking in 2026: Red Mode, USB-C Charging, and the Lumens You Need for a Pre-Dawn Start

Learn how to choose the best headlamp for hiking and backpacking by looking beyond lumens. Compare beam patterns, red mode, USB-C charging, batteries, weight, and real-world runtimes with a concise model comparison table.

Buying Your First Pair of Hiking Boots: The Fit Test, the Sock Rule, and the Three Features Worth Paying For

Hiking Boots

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01/07/2026

Buying Your First Pair of Hiking Boots: The Fit Test, the Sock Rule, and the Three Features Worth Paying For

Learn how to choose the best hiking boots for beginners by focusing on height, waterproofing, fit, and key features. Compare popular models, understand real injury and gear stats, and use a quick buying checklist to pick the right first pair.

Top Hiking boots with aggressive traction

Comparison

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27/06/2026

Top Hiking boots with aggressive traction

In-depth guide to the best hiking boots with aggressive traction, covering outsole design, waterproofing, fit, support, care, and real-world model examples for demanding mountain terrain.

Bear Canisters in 2026: BearVault BV ONE Versus the Old Cylinder, and When a Ursack Actually Passes Muster

Hiking Accessories

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26/06/2026

Bear Canisters in 2026: BearVault BV ONE Versus the Old Cylinder, and When a Ursack Actually Passes Muster

Learn how to choose and use the best bear canisters for backpacking, including BV ONE modular specs, IGBC approval, park regulations, and a comparison table of popular hard-sided models.

Comparison

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24/06/2026

Top Hiking boots for backpacking trips

In-depth guide to the best hiking boots for backpacking trips, with model comparisons, fit advice, key features, and research-backed statistics on comfort, durability, and performance.

The Running-Shoe Takeover of Hiking: Why the Mafate Hike, Ultra Raptor 3, and Targhee Apex Signal a Category Shift

Hiking Boots

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24/06/2026

The Running-Shoe Takeover of Hiking: Why the Mafate Hike, Ultra Raptor 3, and Targhee Apex Signal a Category Shift

Trail running shoes for hiking have reshaped modern backpacking. Learn how models like the Hoka Mafate Hike, La Sportiva Ultra Raptor 3, and KEEN Targhee Apex compare to traditional boots in weight, support, durability, and traction over 1,000 km.

Hiking Boots

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22/06/2026

Men's Hiking Boots in 2026: Why Last Shape Matters More Than Brand, and Which Lasts Fit Which Feet

Learn why men’s hiking boots succeed or fail on last shape, how major brands fit different feet, and how to match your foot volume, width, and terrain to the right boot for comfort, durability, and value.

Best Backpacking Boots Right Now: What Beats the Salomon Quest 5 for Stability, and the Hoka Kaha 3 for Comfort

Hiking Boots

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12/06/2026

Best Backpacking Boots Right Now: What Beats the Salomon Quest 5 for Stability, and the Hoka Kaha 3 for Comfort

Field tested guide to the best backpacking boots right now, comparing Salomon Quest 5 stability, Hoka Kaha 3 comfort, and key alternatives for real mountain miles.

Trekking Pole Inflation: Why $200 Carbon Poles Cracked in the Sierra While $40 Aluminum Held

Hiking Poles

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12/06/2026

Trekking Pole Inflation: Why $200 Carbon Poles Cracked in the Sierra While $40 Aluminum Held

Field tested analysis of carbon vs aluminum trekking poles in real Sierra conditions, explaining why $40 aluminum survived impacts and cold while $200 carbon cracked.

Danner Recrafting Is $100 and Limmer Resoles Boots from the 1970s: When Resoling Beats Replacing, and When It Does Not

Hiking Boots

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12/06/2026

Danner Recrafting Is $100 and Limmer Resoles Boots from the 1970s: When Resoling Beats Replacing, and When It Does Not

Field tested guide to hiking boot resoles, from Danner Recrafting to Limmer repairs, with clear math on cost per mile and when resoling beats replacing.

Hiking Boots

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01/06/2026

Heel Slip on Hiking Boots: Lacing Locks, Tongue Pads, and the Two-Sock System That Actually Stops Hot Spots

Field-tested fixes for heel slip in hiking boots, from surgeon knots and heel locks to insoles, tongue pads, and two-sock systems that stop hot spots.

Apple's Satellite SOS Is Not Replacing Your inReach in 2026: Where the Free Phone Lifeline Actually Stops Working

Hiking Accessories

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27/05/2026

Apple's Satellite SOS Is Not Replacing Your inReach in 2026: Where the Free Phone Lifeline Actually Stops Working

Detailed comparison of Apple iPhone Emergency SOS via satellite and Garmin inReach for hikers and backpackers, with coverage maps, battery life data, rescue coordination, and practical recommendations by trip type.

What the experts say

Interview

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12/06/2025

Best Hiking Boots of 2025: Top Picks for Every Trail and Terrain

The ultimate guide to slip on hiking shoes

Packer boot: your ultimate guide to choosing the perfect pair

Vibram sole shoes: the ultimate guide for hiking and trekking enthusiasts

Why serious hikers rate the Picture men’s Park Tech hoodie as essential mountain clothing

Top Hiking boot care kits

Why serious hikers choose insulated muck wellies for women in harsh terrain

The Best Hiking Socks Tested on Trail: Merino Weight, Cushion Height, and the Pair That Survived a Full Week

We Hiked 200 Miles in PFAS-Free Boots: Here Is Exactly When the DWR Stopped Working

Top Nubuck leather hiking boots

Knee high socks that elevate every serious hike

Top Hiking boots for hunting

The Best Headlamps for Hiking in 2026: Red Mode, USB-C Charging, and the Lumens You Need for a Pre-Dawn Start

Buying Your First Pair of Hiking Boots: The Fit Test, the Sock Rule, and the Three Features Worth Paying For

Top Hiking boots with aggressive traction

Bear Canisters in 2026: BearVault BV ONE Versus the Old Cylinder, and When a Ursack Actually Passes Muster

Top Hiking boots for backpacking trips

The Running-Shoe Takeover of Hiking: Why the Mafate Hike, Ultra Raptor 3, and Targhee Apex Signal a Category Shift

Men's Hiking Boots in 2026: Why Last Shape Matters More Than Brand, and Which Lasts Fit Which Feet

Best Backpacking Boots Right Now: What Beats the Salomon Quest 5 for Stability, and the Hoka Kaha 3 for Comfort

Trekking Pole Inflation: Why $200 Carbon Poles Cracked in the Sierra While $40 Aluminum Held

Danner Recrafting Is $100 and Limmer Resoles Boots from the 1970s: When Resoling Beats Replacing, and When It Does Not

Heel Slip on Hiking Boots: Lacing Locks, Tongue Pads, and the Two-Sock System That Actually Stops Hot Spots

Apple's Satellite SOS Is Not Replacing Your inReach in 2026: Where the Free Phone Lifeline Actually Stops Working

Interview with Arnaud Lecus and Fabien Biver : Visorando's Journey: Transforming Hiking Experiences with Innovative Technology