If you have heard the terms “NoBo” and “SoBo” while researching you own potential hiking or backpacking adventure, then you may have questioned what they mean … Read More
The Appalachian Trail is a hiking trail that stretches nearly 2,200 miles from Springer Mountain in Georgia to Mount Katahdin in Maine. Tens of thousands of people set foot on … Read More
If you are looking to get starting backpacking or camping, you likely found yourself looking for a tent, and you might have been faced with the option of choosing between a … Read More
Most hikers and backpackers want a hot meal at the end of the day, or maybe they want to boil water for a cup of coffee to get them going in the morning. Whatever … Read More
If you spend enough days hiking, you’re bound to find yourself trekking through the rain at some point. Whether a light drizzle or a torrential downpour, you want to make sure … Read More
In the market for a new ultralight sleeping bag or quilt but not sure where to start? Maybe there are a few brands out there you’ve yet to discover, or … Read More
A sleeping bag is synonymous with camping, but there is a growing trend of people opting to use quilts in place of their tried and true sleeping bags. So, what is the difference between a sleeping bag and a quilt and how do you choose one … Read more.
The Triple Crown is an achievement that the most dedicated hikers seek by completing the three major long-distance hiking trails in the United States: The Appalachian Trail, the Pacific Crest Trail, and the Continental Divide Trail. An award is granted … Read More
Keeping our feet happy should be our top priority when it comes to hiking, you know, other than staying alive. If your feet get injured or are hurting, they won’t be able to get you where you’re going as comfortably, so ensuring that we have … Read More
Everyone who dreams of thru hiking the Appalachian Trail has heard about the physical and mental challenges that await them, but those aren’t the only things that can cut short your hike. Many people quit their hike simply because they … Read More