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Gearhead Picks: Western Mountaineering Alpinlite

Backcountry Gearhead Koly Swistak goes into the technical features of the Western Mountaineering Alpinlite Sleeping Bag.

Gearhead Picks: Backcountry Canyonlands Jacket

Backcountry Gearhead Ashleigh McClary is an avid hiker, and there’s one piece of gear she won’t leave home without: the Canyonlands Jacket. Find...

How to Go Hiking With Dogs

If you’re planning on bringing your pup hiking, here are some tips for hiking with dogs, like finding dog-friendly trails, knowing the leash laws,...

7 Best Waterfall Hikes in the U.S.

Hiking trails with waterfalls can be found in all 50 states. Here’s your cheat sheet for the best waterfall hikes across the U.S.

How to Choose Solar Power Camping Equipment

Even the most off-the-grid adventurers rely on access to power to keep everything from phones to GPS watches running. Since the sun is the most...

Overlanding: A Beginner’s Guide

Interested in overlanding? Learn what it is, the gear you need, and other helpful information to get your tires off the pavement.

Gearhead Picks: Dakine Hot Laps 5L Hip Pack

Hip packs are ideal for short mountain bike rides. A Backcountry shares why the Dakine Hot Laps 5L Hip Pack is his favorite.

Gearhead Picks: NEMO Stargaze

A Backcountry Gearhead shares why the NEMO Stargaze Recliner Camp Chair makes any campsite more comfortable.

Gearhead Picks: ENO DoubleNest

A Backcountry Gearhead shares why he brings the ENO DoubleNest Two-Person Hammock on all his adventures.

Gearhead Picks: Osprey Talon

Want one daypack to do everything? A Backcountry Gearhead talks about why he uses the Osprey Talon 22L Backpack on all his adventures.

Gearhead Picks: Jetboil Flash

A Backcountry Gearhead shares the features that make the Jetboil Flack Backpacking Stove her favorite.

Gearhead Picks: Timpanogos Tech Fleece

This Backcountry Gearhead wears the Backcountry Timpanogos Tech Fleece Jacket across all seasons. Here’s what makes it her go-to.