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Ultralight Backpacking in 2026: What the Gear Obsession Gets Right and Wrong

Ultralight Backpacking in 2026: What the Gear Obsession Gets Right and Wrong

Jul 19, 2026 · 0 views

Ultralight backpacking promises more enjoyment with less suffering. Here is the honest guide to what the weight savings actually deliver.
Hiking Navigation in 2026: Why You Still Need to Know Map and Compass

Hiking Navigation in 2026: Why You Still Need to Know Map and Compass

Jul 16, 2026 · 4 views

GPS and phone apps have made navigation easier. They've also made people less capable when those tools fail. Here is the honest navigation guide for modern hikers.
Trail Running for Beginners [2026]: The 9-Week Plan That Works

Trail Running for Beginners [2026]: The 9-Week Plan That Works

Jul 15, 2026 · 3 views

Trail running is more technical than road running. Here is the honest guide to starting safely and building the skills the sport requires.
Starting Hiking in: What to Know Before Starting [2026]

Starting Hiking in: What to Know Before Starting [2026]

Jul 15, 2026 · 4 views

Hiking looks straightforward. Here is the honest guide to what beginners actually need to know, including what to bring and what the trails are really like.
Visiting US National Parks: What to Know Before Starting [2026]

Visiting US National Parks: What to Know Before Starting [2026]

Jul 13, 2026 · 4 views

National Parks have changed significantly. Here is the honest guide to what visiting them in 2026 actually involves.
Long Distance Hiking: What to Know Before Starting [2026]

Long Distance Hiking: What to Know Before Starting [2026]

Jul 13, 2026 · 5 views

Day hiking and multi-day backpacking are very different. Here is the honest guide to what the latter actually requires.
11 Best Hiking Trails in the USA [2026]: The Ultimate Guide

11 Best Hiking Trails in the USA [2026]: The Ultimate Guide

Jul 12, 2026 · 4 views

The greatest hiking trails in America — from day hikes to multi-day thru-hikes, for every fitness level.
Hiking Gear for Beginners: What to Know Before Starting [2026]

Hiking Gear for Beginners: What to Know Before Starting [2026]

Jul 12, 2026 · 5 views

The hiking gear industry wants to sell you a lot. Here is what actually matters when you're starting out.
Hiking for Beginners: 9 Mistakes to Avoid [2026]

Hiking for Beginners: 9 Mistakes to Avoid [2026]

Jul 11, 2026 · 5 views

How to start hiking safely — trail selection, gear basics, navigation, and leave no trace.
Beginner's Guide (Start Here) to Hiking in [2026]

Beginner's Guide (Start Here) to Hiking in [2026]

Jul 10, 2026 · 5 views

How to start hiking safely — gear essentials, trail selection, safety basics, and the best apps.