Hiking Reviews
Latest Hiking Reviews

Columbia Skien Valley Booney Hat review: a lightweight lid that protects against pests and the elements
By Pat Kinsella published
With a removeable face net, this broadbrim camping and hiking hat keeps the sun at bay and the mosquitoes away

Columbia Skien Valley Hoodie review: a baggy base layer with a lid, to deter insects and deflect the sun in camp and on the trails
By Pat Kinsella published
Part of Columbia’s Insect Shield Collection, this cool, hooded base layer is for wearing while walking, backpacking, camping and traveling in warm conditions

Lowa Innovo GTX Lo review – a classic, supportive German hiking shoe
By Alex Foxfield published
We hit the hills wearing Lowa’s Innovo GTX Lo, a reassuringly rugged and protective hiking shoe suited to technical trails

Fjällraven Abisko Trail Fleece review: I lived in this jacket for the trek to Everest Base Camp, and it's perfect
By Julia Clarke published
Smartly designed to optimize warmth and breathability, this technical fleece has the goods for cold expeditions and hanging out at a beer garden

Injinji Trail Midweight Crew socks review: five days of friction-free fun trekking in the Himalayas
By Julia Clarke published
These performance hiking socks keep your toes apart to reduce friction

Peak Performance Freelight Polartec Power Grid Crew review: a lightweight mid-layer for active pursuits
By Alex Foxfield published
The Freelight Polartec Power Grid Crew is an ultralight mid-layer with a relaxed fit and an impressive warmth-to-weight ratio

Fjällräven Abisko Hybrid Trail Trousers review: move over, Keb Curved, I wore these to Everest Base Camp and they're my new favorite hiking pants
By Julia Clarke published
These versatile trekking pants are lightweight and breathable, but offer great protection across the season

Lowa Innovo Mid GTX hiking boots review: A gorgeous 3-season park-to-peak pair of hiking hooves
By Pat Kinsella published
A wearable work of art, the versatile Innovos are comfortable, confident, supportive and protective all day long

Columbia Skien Valley Shirt review: a light and breezy, insect-repelling, sun-deflecting hiking shirt
By Pat Kinsella published
Part of Columbia’s Insect Shield Collection, this lightweight, long-sleeved collared shirt is ideal for summer walking, backpacking, camping and tropical travel
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