Merrell Trail Glove 7 vs 6: The Death of a Shoe?
Merrell recently released the new Merrell Trail Glove 7. But is it an improvement on the Merrell Trail Glove 6, which we reviewed a while back? We tested a pair to find out.
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Gregory Zulu 30 vs Osprey Stratos 34
Not all day packs are created equal. But some daypacks are so similar to their competitors that when it comes time to purchase a new one, you’re not really sure what the heck to get or whether it even matters. So we’re going to break down the fit and features of two fantastic daypacks: The Gregory…
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The Best Vegan Protein Powder for Backpacking and Hiking
If you’re planning a multi-day backpacking excursion, thru-hike, heck, even an extended day hike, nutrition is important. You’re going to need some serious calories, for sure, but your body also requires protein. A lot of it. And one of our favorite quick and easy ways to get it, on OR off the trail, is with vegan protein powder. Here are 5, ranked by the tastiest to the tongue-scrapingly awful.
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Deuter Futura Air Trek Review: A Comfy and Spacious 50L Backpack
Looking for a backpack for extended trips in the backcountry that can handle loads of just about any weight AND keep all your gear organized? The Deuter Futura Air Trek 50+10 liter backpack is for you. Read (or watch) to see all the bells and whistles, how it performed, and what we thought of this very handy load-hauler.
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On Cloudrock Edge Raw Review: A Comfy, Synthetic, Sustainable Hiking Boot
Hiking boots don’t get much more comfortable or sustainable than the On Cloudrock Edge Raw. So we tested a pair out to see if something so sustainable required any sacrifice in performance. Spoilers: it doesn’t. So read or watch to learn more about these boots and how they performed on the trail.
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The Altra Lone Peak Hiker: The Most Comfortable Backpacking Boot Ever
I recently tested the brand-spanking-new Altra Lone Peak Hiker, the latest incarnation of Altra’s best-selling, award-winning, Lone Peak line of trail shoes. And they may be the most comfortable backpacking boots ever. Ever! So pull up a chair (or a bus seat or a couch or a bar stool) and I’ll tell you all about them.
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Xero Shoes Xcursion Fusion: A Barefoot Hiking Boot for Rugged Adventure
Looking for a minimalist hiking boot that offers support where you want it and a barefoot feel where you don’t? We got you. This is the newly updated Xero Shoes Xcursion Fusion and it’s a barefoot-style hiking boot that’s built for adventure.
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The 5+ Most Comfortable and Sustainable Underwear for Men
Let’s talk about underwear. It’s not weird. We all wear them. Well, most of us wear them. If that’s not you, well, feel free to totally disregard this article. But for the rest of us, underwear is a necessity that many of us don’t give a second thought to when it comes to sustainability. But if you’re seeking out the most eco-friendly sleeping bag insulation, organic cotton jackets, recycled polyester bags, and Bluesign Approved hiking pants, doesn’t it make sense to gird your loins in eco-friendly undies, too? Well, luckily for you, we’ve rounded up 3 of the most comfortable and sustainable underwear for men that you’ll ever own so you can reduce your footprint, all while you keep what needs supporting, well, supported. You know, without all the constant adjusting and itchy fabric and chafing and what not…
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15 Plant-Based (Vegan) Backpacking Recipes
We frequently get asked what we eat on the trail. Sometimes by folks who are interested in trying backpacking and just want to know what to eat, sometimes by folks who have been backpacking for years but are looking to eat more plant-based. Either way, we’ve compiled a cookbook with 15 vegan backpacking recipes so…
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Finding Cheap Flights: Is Frontier Airlines Worth the Money you Save?
Frontier Airlines is known far and wide (in the States, at least) for being one of the cheapest no-frills airlines. And to be sure, there are zero frills. No snacks, no drinks, you have to pay to pick your tiny seat with less legroom than most other airlines, and you don’t even get a full-size…
