We’ve talked about hiking boots versus shoes, and now it’s time for the ultimate hiking shoe showdown: Merrell vs Salomon.

Do You Have to Use Trekking Poles? If you were to get in a time machine and go back to the ancient days of the early 2000s, most of the hiking gear you’d see would be the same as today. The same carabineers, the same Gore-Tex boots, the same little propane camp stoves. But you’d [...]

The challenges of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail are many – both physical and mental. Then, think about setting out to do it on your own … in just four months! You’ve got to be darn tough!Owen Rachampbell was the right man for the job. Personally, he’s optimistic, adventure-seeking, adaptive, and mentally tough. Professionally, he’s the [...]

We’ve been conditioned for many years to assume that if you need footwear for hiking, you need to buy a pair of boots. You should make sure that they’re rigid for ankle support and waterproof to keep your feet nice and dry, right? Well, it turns out that shoes are a better choice than boots [...]

Finding a good pair of boots can be the worst challenge outdoorswomen face. We obviously want the practicality of a strong pair of boots that will actually last, but it would be even better if we found a pair of boots that has all these features without compromising on style. The Forsake women’s Duck boots absolutely are the [...]

Does your dog love playing in the snow and going on winter adventures with you? We’ve compiled a list of some of the best winter dog gear so that your pup can last longer and have more fun on those chilly outings. Sure, some people scoff at the idea of dressing a dog, but other dog owners have [...]

My wife has started to notice. Over the past few years, I’ve become more than interested in what I call crossover hiking boots. You know. The boots that can be worn to work during the day, on the trail in the afternoon – and to a client meeting in the evening. Granted, they’re not “dress” [...]

Overview: The Ura is an amazing Ecco product designed to be a long lasting approach shoe, so think of a great shoe when you’re approaching the mountain when you get out there in the wilderness and terrain. It has a bunch of great features, including a very rugged outer profile. It’s a dual density 2 [...]

Overview: This is the Sidney Lace. It has that combat boot feel to it. It’s great for transitioning between indoor and outdoor. You have the patented Bog technology with the rebound and cushion so your foot is going to be supported all day long. It’s 100% waterproof so you can go out in any weather [...]

By many comparisons, I’m in no way a “hiker.” Sure, I spend my weekends in State Parks and on regional trails. I’ve traveled days to hike paths through some of the most beautiful scenery that our country has to offer…but compared to true “hikers” I don’t even sit at the same table. I don’t think [...]