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5 Lessons for Transitioning from Road to Trail Running

Taking the leap from smooth paths to rocky trails can be intimidating, but it’s so worth it. ...
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6 Training Tips for Big Mountain Objectives

Graham Zimmerman pushes the limits on expeditions—here’s how he prepares beforehand. This summ...
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10 Tips For Backpacking in the Rain

A few adjustments can go a long way to making a wet trip way more fun. Heading out for a sto...
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How To Build A Beginner Backpacking Kit

You don't have to buy everything all at once. Here's how to get started with what you have and b...
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The Backpacker's Dictionary

Every sport has its insider lingo. Do you speak backpacker? Whether you’ve logged thousands o...
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10 Backpacking Food Mistakes To Avoid

When it comes to trip planning, backpacking food is one of the easiest things to mess up. Beg...
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What Is Insect-Repellent Clothing?

Bugs. This time of the year, they seem to make their way into everything. Pests can sneak throug...
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How To Wash And Store Your Winter Gear For The Season

If you’re tucking away your skis and ice tools for the season—hopefully trading them in for tents...
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10 Reasons To Pack A Bivy Sack Instead Of A Tent

Have you ever slept out in a bivy sack? If not, you’re missing out. Not sure what a bivy sack is,...
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Our Most Popular Soft Shell Fabric: Ferrosi

What makes Ferrosi fabric a fan favorite, in everything from jackets to skirts? Hundreds of ...
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How To Layer With A Rain Shell

They say "dress in layers"—what does that mean when it's rainy? It’s easy to say “there’s no ba...
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9 Reasons Outdoorsy People Make The Best Lovers

How are we hikers, skiers, campers and bikers better partners? Let us count the ways ... Why, h...