Hiking Gear

You might think that all flashlights are the same. While it’s true they do perform similar functions. There are significant differences between the flashlight that’s been rolling around your kitchen drawer and the best flashlights for hiking. Those differences could make or break an outing in the woods. Let’s take a look at the best […]

It’s raining cats and dogs and you just arrived at the trailhead. You don’t want to ruin all your stuff inside your pack by getting it soaking wet, so you have two options. 1) Sit in the car and wait out the rain or 2) pull out the best backpack rain covers that you just

“3 Flashlight Brad!” That’s my husband’s nickname in our family. Why? Because he can always produce multiple flashlights and headlamps out of his car, from deep in his pack, or buried in the camping gear. And in that assortment, you will always find the best ultralight headlamp for hiking. Because a good headlamp is a

The last thing you want to remember about your hike is the pain you feel in your groin and thighs from that nasty underwear rub. Choosing the best men’s underwear for hiking that will prevent chafing while on the trail should be the first thing you think of when packing. And then, you should never

Women’s hiking shorts are a breed all of their own. As I started jotting down all the things women like in a pair of shorts for hiking, it quickly became apparent that just any ole’ shorts won’t do. For example, great running shorts lack unique pockets to tuck everything you must have on the trail.