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What Bikepacking White Rim Trail in Canyonlands is REALLY Like

Alisha McDarris — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 17:27:51 +0000

Keen to ride 100 miles on rocky, dusty dirt track and off-road trails, climb 7,097 feet of elevation, camp in the desert with no water availability, and sit on a bike saddle for something like 14 hours over three days or so? Then you're ready for bikepacking White Rim Trail in Canyonlands National Park.

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Outdoor Stocking Stuffers: The Best Stocking Stuffers for Outdoor Enthusiasts [2024]

Alisha McDarris — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:08:58 +0000

'Tis the season to shove goodies into oversized socks hanging from a mantle that hopefully won't result in a house fire! (By which I mean it's the holiday season; time to stuff some stockings...) But Outdoorsy folks can be hard to shop for, especially because we definitely don't need ANOTHER spork or pocket-sized multi-tool (please don't get us another spork...). Fortunately, being avid outdoorists ourselves, we know a little something about what hikers, campers, cyclists and kayakers WOULD love to find in a stocking hung by the chimney with care, so we made this handy list of outdoor stocking stuffers for outdoor enthusiasts. You're bound to find something they'll love.

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2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Outdoor Lovers: The Best Gifts for Outdoorists

Alisha McDarris — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:08:56 +0000

It's that time again, folks! (Yeah, yeah, I know, don't remind us...) 'Tis the season of consumerism! Personally, this time of year isn't our favorite, and we could do without all the obsessive shopping and buying crap just because you think you have to (you totally don't), but there is something to be said about a thoughtful, useful gift passed along to someone you love that shows them how much they mean to you and that you know them well enough to gift them something they'll love. But that's easier said than done! Especially if the people you love are outdoorsy (we tend to be fairly particular about our gear). So if you need some ides to get you started, here are 10 of the best gifts for outdoorsy folks this year. And yes, we've tested all of them and they get the Terradrift stamp of approval. Just shop responsibly, and spend some time outdoors with friends and loved ones this season.

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Zero Drop Wide Toe Box Shoes: 7 Hiking Shoes That Let Your Toes Spread

Alisha McDarris — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 17:21:03 +0000

You know we love us some barefoot shoes here at Terradrift, from barefoot sandals to barefoot hiking shoes to barefoot boots for winter. We're seriously all about it. But for those of you who aren't quite fully committed to the whole barefoot shoe experience, but still want shoes that emphasize healthy posture and plenty of space for your toes to spread, zero drop wide toe box shoes are just the thing. Here are 7 of our favorite more sustainable options.

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Our 5 Favorite Hikes in the USA! (A Non-Exhaustive List, Obvs)

Alisha McDarris — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 17:45:43 +0000

Here at Terradrift, we're hikers first (even though we are also obsessed with backpacking and mountain biking). And as such, we've explored nearly every corner of the wide and wonderful landscape known as the U.S. Along the way, we've found some magical trails (including paddle trails) from coast to coast (including in Hawaii and Alaska). Naturally, there are millions of trails around this massive country, and we obviously haven't hiked even close to all of them. We haven't even hiked in every state (though we've been to almost every state)! But of the places we have laced up our vegan hiking boots, these are some of our favorite hikes in the USA!

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Ride the Rim at Crater Lake National Park: The Absolute Best Way to Experience the Park!

Alisha McDarris — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 20:36:36 +0000

Looking for a unique way to experience a national park that is the perfect balance of adventure and exploration but doesn't involve sitting in the car and driving from lookout point to lookout point all day or spending four days backpacking in the wilderness? We've got just the thing: ride your bike around the Rim Road at Crater Lake National Park! "That's crazy!" you say? "It's too hilly and there are cars!" you say? Well, no, it's totally not crazy! And yes, it's hilly, but if you plan strategically and get to Crater Lake in early September, you absolutely can ride (almost) the entire rim road with no cars at all! It's the totally FREE Ride the Rim event and it. was. baller.

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A Coastal Oregon Road Trip: Beaches, Sand Dunes, Rocky Coastline, and No Crowds!

Alisha McDarris — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 15:22:11 +0000

Oregon–pretty much the whole state–is a gold mine of outdoor adventure. There's mountain biking, hiking around mountains, backpacking, kayaking, and so much more. And the Oregon Coast is no exception. Between sandy beaches, whale watching, sandboarding, biking and hiking, you'll never run out of things to do. But if you want to avoid the crowds, follow this coastal Oregon road trip itinerary for fewer people and plenty of quality outdoor time, epic views, and moody Pacific Northwest weather.

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Fall Gear Guide: 10 of Our Fave Pieces of Outdoor Gear for Fall

Alisha McDarris — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 15:41:16 +0000

Fall is coming!! I don't know about you, but here in Northern Utah we're already experiencing a break in the heat, refreshingly cool evenings, and the promise that changing leaves will be here before we know it! But fall also means it's time to start rotating the apparel and gear closet! Layers are in, tank tops are out, it's time to swap kayak trips for cool-weather campouts, and (gasp) time to start thinking about holiday travel. So we rounded up some of our favorite sustainable outdoor gear and apparel for fall so you can kick off the season right and well-prepared for all the outdoor adventures to come.

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REI Labor Day Sale: The 10 Best Backpacking and Camping Deals [2024]

Alisha McDarris — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 15:52:18 +0000

It's that time of year, again! Time for the annual REI Labor Day Sale! Which means tons of camping and backpacking gear is on sale! So we rounded up 10 items we think are worth a look AND can be bought with a solid discount this Labor Day. Bonus: these items are also more sustainable options. So if you need some new gear, now’s the time. Just make sure to shop between August 23-September 2 for the best deals.

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4 Portable Power Banks for Camping and Backpacking

Alisha McDarris — Thu, 22 Aug 2024 16:04:32 +0000

Whether you're traveling by air, heading into the wilderness for a backpacking trip, going on a nice long day hike, or heading camping for the weekend, there's one piece of gear you should never be without: A portable power bank. But not all portable power banks are created equal. In fact, for years we used ones that weren't powerful enough to even charge our phones once, were too delicate to trust ourselves with in the outdoors where there's dirt and water, or couldn't be trusted not to crap out on us at the worst possible time. No más. Because these four portable power banks are durable, reliable, and designed specifically for outdoor adventure. Yup, even backpacking.

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