Trail Name Generator for Thru-Hikers
Create unique trail names for your adventures with our Trail Name Generator. Explore, name, and embark on memorable journeys today
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Best Day Hiking Backpacks
Unlock the Ultimate Day Hiking Experience with the Best Daypacks! Discover the perfect balance between capacity, organization, and comfort.
What is Garage Grown Gear?
In the era of online sales and the big getting bigger while the smaller brands seem to struggle, Garage Grown Gear is filling that niche
The Best Backpacking sock company
Darn Tough socks are well-known for their durability, comfort, and versatility, making them a popular choice for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers
Myths about the Pacific Crest Trail
What are myths about thru hiking the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada? Should you take a gun or will you be alone?
Why is the Pacific Crest Trail so popular?
The Pacific Crest Trail has always been a 2,650-mile long-distance hiking trail running from Mexico to Canada. why is it so popular?
The Best Backpacking Rain Jacket
The janji rainrunner rain jacket is one of the best for hiking, thru hiking and backpacking because of breathability and durability
What is a trail angel on the PCT?
Trail angels are kind people on long distance trails like the pct that help thru hikers accomplish their goals by being selfish in many ways
The Best Backpacking and Hiking Shorts
Backpacking shorts range wildly in their pockets, material, weight, and length. These are the best and most popular hiking shorts
Osprey Exos Backpack Review
The Osprey Exos is the perfect first backpack for a new thru-hiker or backpacker that is budget conscious. It is durable and dependable
Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer 2
The Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer/2 is a lightweight, highly compressible jacket with incredible comfort and a great warmth-to-weight
Permethrin – A mosquito and tick solution
Permethrin is a highly effective insecticide great for limiting exposure to ticks, mosquitos and bugs while backpacking and thru hiking
The Best Backpacking Meals
Freeze-dried meals have come a long way in the past decade and now there are numerous tasty options for backpacking and thru-hiking
The Best Lightweight Backpacking Headlamp
The Nitecore NU25 is the best ultralight headlamp for thru-hiking, backpacking, and trail running at night.
Outdoor Research Helium Rain Jacket Review
Outdoor Research Helium Rain Jacket is great for backpacking and thru-hiking. It is affordability, functionality, and durable
Zpacks Arc Blast Backpacking Pack Review
The Zpacks Arc Blast is a great backpack for ultralight backpackers and thru hikers looking for a weatherproof pack for the trails
Swiftwick Backpacking Socks Review
Swiftwick makes some of the most fun and comfortable backpacking and thru-hiking socks. Moisture wicking and with many different options
Best Sleeping Bags for Backpacking
A backpacking sleeping bag is the one spot to splurge on the gear list. Comfort is key and the range is wide. Here is our review
Altra Lone Peak Shoes for Backpacking
Altra Lone Peak shoes are among the most popular shoes for backpacking and especially thru-hiking with their zero drop and wide toe box
The Wonders of Alpaca Wool for Backpacking
Alpaca wool is an organic material with many features that make it a great insulator. It is a great material for thru hikers and backpackers
Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 Review
The Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 is one of the most popular ultralight backpacking tents for either one or two people. Here is our review
Gossamer Gear G4-20 Backpack Review
The Gossamer Gear G4-20 weighs just 24 ounces and is a perfect backpack for thru-hikers and lightweight section hikers. Here is our review
The Problem with Fleece and Microplastic
The problems of backpacking fleece and microplastics along with natural fiber alternatives that are better for the environement
The Most Comfortable Shoes for Backpacking?
Hoka makes some of the most popular thru hiking and backpacking shoes for long distance trails and section hiking.
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