Thru-hikers know exactly what backpacking gear is unnecessary—and what's essential. This is the gear thru-hikers ditched ...

You’ve been hiking for a while now, and you’re ready to ditch the day backpack and walking sneakers for more advanced equipment. But where do you start? We’ve got a list of gear that’ll take your hike ...

Thru-hikers know that every ounce matters, and many discover mid-trek that some gear just isn’t worth the weight. From stoves to extra clothing, they streamline their packs for comfort and efficiency.

Day hikes are an excellent alternative to trail runs, either on cross-training days or as a leisure activity on rest days. Hikes can also double as beta-gathering sessions for future trail runs, and ...

Though some people think we've moved past gorp's glory days, hiking culture, and the best hiking gear that goes with it, is very much alive—and thriving. National parks are more crowded than ever, ...

I first experienced the Sierra Nevada while thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail when I was 20. As I approached from the south, the prominent mountains were an intimidating sight, rising thousands of ...

Hiking is the perfect hobby to pick up this year. You get out into nature, and you get exercise all at the same time. If you want to better prepare yourself for hiking season, these hiking gear ...

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If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Earlier this spring, on a hiking path in the middle of ...