Get ready for a more comfortable hike — without the back pain. I’m no ultralight hiker. I’m all for lightweight hiking gear, ...

Gossamer Gear aims the new Type II pack line to continue the brand's ethos of light and fast, but adds versatility.

Whether you’re heading deep into the backcountry or simply enjoying a few hours on your local trail, finding a good pair of lightweight hiking shoes is a critical decision. The right footwear ...

Here are 10 signs that your backpacking trips are actually thru-hikes. The addition of a lightweight, bright pink feather boa ended up being an essential morale boost on the final leg of my Colorado ...

To survive the season, you’ll need the right gear—preferably versatile, very waterproof, and easy to pack when you inevitably ...

One day, you’re crunching across the last stubborn patches of snow; the next, you’re ankle-deep in mud, peeling off layers under an unexpectedly blazing sun. Cold fronts and warm fronts battle it out, ...

Hoka switched up the waterproof membrane for the Kaha 3’s and uses the Gore-Tex Invisible Fit. This GTX membrane is bonded to ...

Staying comfy on a hike or backpacking trip is vital, regardless of the season. As for footwear on the trail, lightweight hiking boots quicken your pace and protect you from dreadful mid-hike woes ...

These seven stood out as the best lightweight hiking shoes. Justin La Vigne took contenders into the harsh Alaska backcountry, while editor-in-chief Alex Robinson, staff writer Laura Lancaster, and ...