According to a survey by Going Places, an incredible 81% of hikers enjoy having company on the trails. Who can blame them? Sharing trail mix and admiring wildflowers together is fun, and it’s nice to have someone watching your back!…
After covering lots of ground in my trusty La Sportiva shoes, I decided to start my hiking journey with the Ultra Raptor II. I put these trail running shoes to the ultimate test, an extensive, two-month expedition through the rugged…
Trekking poles once seemed like gear just for pro hikers, but now they’ve become a must-have for outdoor enthusiasts of all types. According to the Global Trekking Poles Market 2023-2030 research report, the global trekking pole market was valued at…
Wearing work boots changes how a person walks and might increase the chances of slips, trips, or falls when moving outside, says this research by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). If you’re considering steel-toe boots for…
Our hiking trip in Romania brought us face-to-face with brown bears a few times, the only bear species around here. Luckily, every time, the bears backed off rather than coming closer. However, it’s important to note that there have been…
With the release of the updated Asolo Falcon Evo GV, the original Falcon GV has moved to the clearance racks. But does newer always mean better? I revisited my notes from the Teton Crest Trail to determine if this lightweight…
As seasoned hikers roaming through diverse landscapes, many discussions and puzzles have come our way. A hot topic in the hiking world is footwear—should you wear socks with hiking sandals? It’s a reasonable query. After all, most hiking sandals are…
Whenever I need outdoor gear, Columbia is my top pick. They’ve got amazing jackets and rock-solid hiking boots. I’ve seen their awesome quality and performance up close. So, when I got my hands on the Columbia Newton Ridge Plus II…
La Sportiva always stands out as a reliable choice for adventure, combining sleek Italian design with rugged trails’ needs. One pair I recently tested was the La Sportiva Wildcat, and they didn’t disappoint. This trail runner gave me a reliable…
