The 6 Best Sustainable Ultralight Synthetic Insulated Jackets for Hiking and Backpacking [2026]
Layer up with one of these ultralight synthetic insulated jackets so you can stay warm without the weight.
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Hiking in Barefoot Shoes? Here’s How to Help Your Feet Recover Faster (According to Experts).
Feet suffer all sorts of abuse throughout the day. These foot recovery techniques help you bounce back faster after big miles. Here’s why you should be doing them if you wear barefoot shoes.
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Best Fall Hikes in Northern Utah (with No Crowds)
Looking for epic fall hikes with plenty of autumn brilliance but prefer to avoid the overcrowded trailhead parking lots and excessive foot traffic on every trail (looking at you Cottonwood Canyons in Salt Lake City)? Head north for plenty of hiking trails with vibrant deciduous trees and stellar views. Here are five of the best fall hikes in Northern Utah without the crowds.
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The 4 Best Ultralight Hiking Shirts to Protect Your Delicate Epidermis
These are our favorite sustainable ultralight hiking shirts that not only keep you cool and looking fly, but offer UPF protection, too.
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How to Survive Backpacking in Rainy Season: The Best Gear for Hiking in the Rain
As they say, there is no bad weather, only bad clothing and gear. Fortunately, there’s plenty of good gear out there that will help keep you dry and at least reasonably happy even when the weather turns. So if you’re heading into the wilderness during the rainy season, pack this gear to help you hike in the rain more comfortably.
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How to Know if You Should Get a Women’s Hiking Backpack (and the Sustainable Brands that Offer Them)
Wondering if you should be wearing a women’s backpack, what makes them different and why it matters? Keep reading.
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I Finally Broke Down and Hiked in FiveFingers Shoes. I’m a Little Ashamed to Say I Liked It.
For years I’ve avoided testing Vibram FiveFingers shoes. You know, the ones that more or less kicked off the barefoot shoe movement and look like ridiculous crocodile skins for your feet with individual toes? But it turns out they’re kind of awesome––for some. Why? Let’s get into it.
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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).
