The alarm rings, and you struggle to not punch it as you crawl out of bed before the crack of dawn. You see your hiking gear spread out on the floor and curse at the mountain gods as you realize you...

Look, not everyone loves camping. I wasn’t always an avid camper. Once I had moved on from summer camps, I craved the taste of expensive hotels. Thankfully, I rediscovered camping. Not only is...

When I started backpacking, I kept hearing about base weight. I didn't know what it was or why knowing my base weight was essential. Hiking and backpacking as a teenager, it never crossed my mind...

Hiking boots are designed to place function before fashion. When traveling through the outdoors, it is essential to remember that they are built to secure, protect, and support your feet and ankles,...

The most important thing to keep in mind when purchasing hiking boots is finding the best fit. It doesn’t matter how expensive or high-grade the material is as that all is for naught if it...

When you think of hiking boots, you may immediately think bulky, sturdy, and stiff; these aren’t the best qualities you traditionally seek in a shoe. However, it’s important to understand why...