Category: Budget & Backpacking

Published April 17, 2026 08:00AM The pursuit of the perfect three-season tent continues to evolve, with manufacturers pushing the boundaries of innovation to deliver shelters that are lighter, stronger, more…

Published April 17, 2026, 09:51 PM Three years ago, in 2023, the narrative surrounding the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) was dominated by the extraordinary aftermath of a record-setting snow year.…

Updated April 17, 2026 11:52AM For many outdoor enthusiasts, the idea of a formal warm-up before embarking on a hike often elicits a dismissive chuckle. The allure of immediate vistas…

The Italian Dolomites, a landscape so breathtakingly unique it defies conventional description, serve as the ultimate proving ground for outdoor gear. With their fantastical alpine formations and an unparalleled network…

In a dramatic and narrowly decided vote, the United States Senate has repealed a 20-year moratorium on mining activities in the pristine forests surrounding Minnesota’s Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness…

Outside Days, the annual celebration of music, film, and all things outdoors, is poised to be bigger and more vibrant than ever in 2025. Scheduled from May 29th to May…

Published April 16, 2026 05:05 AM The very name "backpack" suggests its intended purpose: a pack carried on one’s back. However, New Zealand-based Aarn Packs is challenging this fundamental assumption…

Published April 13, 2026 02:40PM The wind howled like a banshee, tearing at our gear and whipping our hair across our faces. We were miles into Colorado’s Front Range, a…

The United States’ intensified efforts to secure its national borders are increasingly impacting the nation’s beloved long-distance hiking trails, leading to significant restrictions and closures at their critical termini. At…

The National Park Service (NPS), a beloved steward of America’s natural and cultural treasures, finds itself on the precipice of severe budgetary reductions, potentially impacting the very trails and visitor…