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If you’re normally a hiker, but want to continue getting outside in winter, the best thing you can buy is an avalanche safety course and a pair of snowshoes. This [...]

Icebreaker delivers another great base layer in the new BodyfitZONE 200 series. No surprises here, which is just what we like in a baselayer. Disclosure: This post contains references to [...]

Arc’teryx Zeta AR jacket We had a trip to the Italian Dolomites coming up, what better place to test the Arc’teryx Zeta AR jacket? We used the jacket on cold, [...]

Arc’teryx Bora2 Mid GTX Boots surprised us more than any gear we’ve used in a long time. With skepticism, we took a pair of Arc’teryx Bora2 Mid GTX boots into [...]

The new Arc’teryx Beta AR Delivers We took the new Arc’teryx Beta AR jacket into the depths of tough autumn weather in the Rocky Mountains to see how it would [...]

The Arc’teryx Atom LT is perfect for the Backcountry and the City We took the Arc’teryx Atom LT jacket out in the depths of tough autumn weather in the Rocky [...]

A big part of having a great backpacking trip is having the right gear. This article shares some tips to ensure you have the right gear to make sure you [...]

What’s the first piece of gear you’ll need when getting into hiking? A trusty pair of hiking boots! Having proper support and protection for your feet is very important on [...]

Are you planning a backpacking trip, but need a new tent? We’re here to help you, sharing our thoughts on the best backpacking shelters, exploring not just tents but tarps [...]

It’s a fact of life. Everybody poops - they’ve even written a children's book about it. When you are out in the mountains, pooping, peeing and other bathroom related activities [...]