Articles by: Jack Barker
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17+ Best Gaiters For Hiking, Backpacking, And Trail Running
Often times while hiking, our boots and hiking pants are just not enough to protect ... Read more
15+ Best Hikes In Rocky Mountain National Park
Located just 70 miles northwest of downtown Denver, Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) is a ... Read more
KÜHL Radikl Hiking Pants Review
There’s nothing like a great pair of hiking pants. And I had the chance to ... Read more
Kühl Airkühl Hoody Review
Check out more high-quality hiking clothes by Kühl. First Impressions of the Kühl Airkühl Hoody ... Read more
Arc’teryx Beta LT Hadron Jacket Review
Whenever different outdoor companies promote proprietary new face fabric, there is always skepticism, especially with ... Read more
10 Best Down Jackets for Hiking
Down jackets are an integral part of hiking in cold weather conditions. Down insulation, unlike ... Read more
10 Best Hikes in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado
Colorado’s San Juans contain some of the most spectacular, rugged mountains in the lower 48. ... Read more
10+ Best Hikes in the Indian Peaks Wilderness
The Indian Peaks Wilderness is a designated wilderness area just 50 miles Northwest of Denver. ... Read more
9 Best Apps For Hiking And Backpacking
In the last decade, smartphones have transformed our world. Among other things, smartphones have fantastic ... Read more
10 Best Hiking Water Bottles
Of everything in a hiker’s backpack, it would be hard to argue that a water ... Read more
Best Ultralight Backpacking Gear Guide
Ounces mean ouches and pounds mean pains on the hiking trail. That’s why some people ... Read more
The Best Budget Hiking Backpacks For Under $100
There hundreds of backpacks available online and in stores for all different sorts of hiking. ... Read more
Best Headlamps For Hiking Or Backpacking
Hiking headlamps are an essential part of any hiker’s day pack. Headlamps are lightweight and ... Read more
A 5-Step Hiking Safety Plan
Hiking in the wilderness can be dangerous. Weather, fatigue, getting lost, and overall being unprepared ... Read more
15 Best Hikes in Colorado
Colorado has some of the most incredible hiking in the country. From the deep Black ... Read more
How To Hike In Snow And Winter Conditions
Hiking in the snow is a very tranquil experience. The trails are coated in white, ... Read more
7+ Best Hiking Sunglasses That Are Protective And Cool
An effective pair of hiking sunglasses is essential. Often while hiking we find ourselves in ... Read more
Hiking in Patagonia: A Complete Guide
The region of Patagonia refers to a large region in Southern Argentina and Chile. Covering ... Read more
Best Hiking Gloves: Our Top Picks
Hiking gloves are an important piece of hiking gear that you can use in all ... Read more