Read This Before You Go Backpacking in Barefoot Shoes!
Wondering is backpacking in barefoot shoes is a solid choice? Read on for expert guidance about how to do it right.
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The 4 Best Sustainable Ultralight Rain Jackets for Backpacking So You Can Stay Dry Without the Weight
Looking for an ultralight rain jacket that won’t weight you down on your next backpacking trip or day hike? These are some of the best of the best if you’re looking to cut weight from your pack but still stay dry and happy during soggy expeditions. Bonus: All of these are PFAS-free.
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The 5 Best Ultralight Daypacks for Hiking so You Can Go Farther Faster
These 5 ultralight daypacks offer an excellent option for just about everyone (depending on your preferences, of course).
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Merrell Trail Glove vs Vapor Glove: Which is Best For Hiking and Trail Running?
Zero drop or barefoot? Squoosh or no squoosh? These are the questions we’ll strive to answer as we dive into two of Merrell’s most beloved–and controversial–minimalist shoes: the Trail Glove 8 and the Vapor Glove 7.
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The 5 Best Ultralight Hip Packs for Hiking and Backpacking (That are also Sustainable)
We’ve tested plenty of hip packs, waist packs and fanny packs over the years (including more conventional hip packs) and these are the best ultralight hip packs that are not only easy on your base weight, but more sustainable in some way, too.
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The 5 Best Barefoot, Wide Toe Box Hiking Shoes for Women So You Can Stop Abusing Your Toes [2026]
If you’re ready to stop torturing your toes and let your feet function like they’re supposed to, these are the best wide toe box hiking shoes for women (in our experience). The best part: they’re all barefoot, vegan, and more sustainable, too.
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The 4 Best Hikes In Aspen, Colorado According to Locals
Aspen, Colorado may be known more as a winter destination than a summer one, but trust us when we say there’s plenty to love––and even more to explore––in warmer months. If you’re heading to the mountain town (or considering a trip), add these stellar trails to your itinerary because they’re the best hikes in Aspen (according to us and local residents).
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What Shoes Do You Actually Need for Arches and Canyonlands National Park?
What are the best shoes for Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park? We break it down.
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6 Ultralight Fleece For Backpacking and Hiking in Every Season!
These are some of our fave ultralight fleece layers for hiking and backpacking when breathability and insulating power are paramount.
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4 Ways to Filter and Purify Water for Hiking and Backpacking (And How to Choose)
Whether you’re a seasoned outdoorist or new to the whole backpacking thing, there’s one piece of gear you should always have on hand if you plan to drink water from natural sources in the great outdoors: a water filter. Here are the four main ways to filter and purify so you can decide which is best for you for every outdoor adventure.
