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two women wear toughcutie hiking socks while on a hike. they are posed on a boulder

Gear Review: Ladies Light Weight Merino Wool Hiker Crew Socks By ToughCutie

If you're looking for a women-specific hiking sock for your next adventure ToughCutie is a brand to check out! In today's review I'm looking at their Ladies Lightweight Merino Wool Hiker Crew Socks!

A hand next to the Zipper-Pull Thermometer by ThermoWorks showing the outside temperature

Gear Review: Zipper-Pull Thermometer by ThermoWorks

Looking for a way to quickly tell the real-time temperature on adventures? The Gear Review: Zipper-Pull Thermometer by ThermoWorks is an ultralight, reliable and simple tool that gets the job done!

alpacas in the mountains of peru where paka sources wool from

PAKA 2024 Impact Report: Sustainable Alpaca Wool Gear

Check out the 2024 Impact Report from PAKA to learn about the ways their innovative company is supporting communities, quality and sustainable practices.

The new ultralight quilt Pulse 20° from nemo equipment for 2025

New Ultralight Collection From NEMO Equipment

Check out NEMO Equipment's 2025 gear drop! This new line up of innovative adventure gear is built for whatever you can dream up, while keeping NEMO's promise of sustainability!

a woman wears a pair of the best hiking pants of 2025 in a mountain basin on an epic hike

Best Hiking Pants For Women Of 2025

Looking for the best hiking pants for women in 2025? Our guide covers top picks designed for comfort, durability, and performance. Whether you’re trekking rugged trails or exploring nature, find hiking pants that fit your style and meet your outdoor adventure needs!

a collage of the best hiking gear of january 2025 for the southwest hikes gear roundup which features great picks

Gear Roundup: Our Favorite Hiking Gear of January 2025

Kick off 2025 with the best hiking gear for winter adventures! Our January roundup features innovative essentials and standout pieces to keep you warm, comfortable, and ready for the trails. Explore our top picks and find your new favorite gear for hiking this season.

Grizzly Bear Resistant Ultralight Food Locker By Adotec Gear sitting on a rock in canyon country, full of food.

Gear Review: Grizzly Bear Resistant Ultralight Food Locker By Adotec Gear

If you're looking for a way to keep your food and scented things safe from bears and rodents, the Grizzly Bear Resistant Ultralight Food Locker by Adotec Gear might be the perfect piece of gear for you! Check out our review to learn more.