Gear Review: Topo Athletic Terraventure

Gear Review: Topo Athletic Terraventure Trail Running Shoes

The Terraventure is a neutral trail running shoe from Topo Athletic with a foot shaped anatomical last, breathable upper, and a dynamic underfoot ride. The Terraventure strikes the right balance of providing a lightweight shoe with just enough underfoot protection.

Gear Review: Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Quick Lock Trekking Poles

Gear Review: Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Quick Lock Trekking Poles

The Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles are one of the highest value pieces of gear I’ve ever reviewed. The poles come in at 15.2oz with carbon fiber shafts, cork handles, quick lock adjusters, and tungsten carbine tips. Best of all, they only cost $45!

Review: Quantum Energy Squares

Review: Quantum Energy Squares

Quantum Energy Squares are a new energy bar containing as much protein as a whole egg and as much caffeine as a cup of coffee. These bars are gluten free, vegan, soy free, dairy free, non-gmo, and contain no artificial flavors or colors.

25 Most Exciting Trail Running And Lightweight Hiking Shoes for 2018

25 Most Exciting Trail Running And Lightweight Hiking Shoes for 2018

For the fourth year running, I have compiled a list of the trail running and lightweight hiking shoes I’m looking forward to most. Like previous years, Salomon, La Sportiva, and Altra make the list. There are also some newcomers. Here are 25 of the most exciting trail running and lightweight hiking shoes of 2018!

Gear Review: La Sportiva TX3 Approach Shoe For Hiking

Gear Review: La Sportiva TX3 Approach Shoe For Hiking

The TX3 is an approach shoe from La Sportiva that rides like a trail runner, yet provides the protection of a light hiker. With a breathable polyester mesh upper, a stable injected EVA midsole, and a super sticky Vibram MegaGrip outsole, there is a lot to love about the TX3.

Review Preview Salomon X Ultra 3 Hiking Shoe

Gear Preview: Salomon X Ultra 3 Hiking Shoe

The Salomon X Ultra has been updated to version 3 for 2017. Building on the success of the X Ultra 2, Salomon has made a few minor improvements to the upper that make for a much better fitting hiking shoe. The midsole and outsole go largely unchanged, which will come as good news to most of us that wore the X Ultra 2.

The Ultimate Iceland Ring Road Trip Itinerary And Guide

The Ultimate Iceland Ring Road Itinerary And Guide

A road trip around Iceland’s Ring Road is a bucket list dream adventure for many travelers. Planning for a Ring Road vacation can leave one feeling a bit overwhelmed, so in this guide, I’ve organized everything you’ll need to get the most out of your Ring Road adventure. 

The Top 5 Things Every Mom Needs To Get Their Baby Outdoors

Once I became pregnant, my main question was, “How do I keep doing the things I used to do with a child?” If you’ve ever had these same thoughts, here are 5 gear items that will help you get outside with your new baby.

The Ultimate Hiking Gear Guide For Women

The Ultimate Hiking Gear Guide For Women

Many women have asked about what gear Julia carries in her bag. In this post, she’ll give you a fully categorized list for the ultimate hiking gear guide for women.

Gear Review: Hyperlite Mountain Gear 2400 Southwest Backpack

Gear Review: Hyperlite Mountain Gear 2400 Southwest Backpack

The Hyperlite Mountain Gear (HMG) 2400 Southwest is an ultralight backpack that’s perfectly suited for nearly all hiking and backpacking activities. In this review, I’ll be covering the build and design of the HMG 2400 Southwest, as well as detailing my hiking and backpacking experience from six months of use.Â