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Sea to Summit Ember II Down 35 Sleeping Quilt review: shed weight and sleep well
This lightweight, versatile alternative to your bulky sleeping bag is great for backpackers who want to move fast by day and spread out at night
How to avoid trench foot on a thru-hike
Trench foot is as gross as it sounds – here’s how to avoid it on a long backpacking trip or thru-hike
10 backpacking essentials: the ultimate checklist
Our list of the 10 backpacking essentials for any overnight hiking trip includes crucial kit that should go without no matter where you're going, what season and how experienced you are
Highlander Serenity 450 Mummy Sleeping Bag: a great value, 4-season synthetic bag
A wonderfully warm cocoon for winter camping adventures, the Serenity 450 is a quality sleeping bag at an unbeatable price
Backpackers must wash hands, say medics after vomiting bug hits Grand Canyon
An outbreak of norovirus at Grand Canyon National Park earlier this year shows the need to take care outside
Backpacking tent vs hammock: for lightweight overnights
We examine the pros and cons of a backpacking tent vs hammock to help you decide on your next lightweight, low-fuss camping shelter of choice
New Garmin data reveals hikers make up vast majority of emergency calls
If you request emergency rescue when you’re out in the wild, you’re probably a hiker according to newly published data from Garmin
How to get fit for hiking
Learn how to get fit for hiking with 6 steps to take before you hit the trail to improve your efficiency cut down on your risk of injury
