Winter weather can turn bad quickly, so being prepared for the worst is essential for your safety and survival when on a ...

There's nothing worse than being halfway through a hike and having a piece of equipment break. A backpack strap ripping, a ...

And while you’ll reap similar cardiovascular benefits from slogging away on the Stairmaster, the mental health benefits of ...

The Park District started a free gear loan initiative, where people can check out backpacks, sleeping bags, cooking stoves ...

The Darn Tough Light Hiker Micro Crew is another great lightweight option. We like the thin cushioned footbed and seamless ...

The P20 is built tough, with an ingress rating of IP68, meaning it’s dust-proof and genuinely waterproof (fully submersible ...

Clocking in at less than two miles, this steep trail leads to a beautiful overlook and it's why it's the most romantic hiking ...

Your sleeping bag should insulate up to 20 degrees lower than the typical 'low' temperature in your hiking area. For example, if the lows are typically 0-5 degrees in your area, your sleeping bag ...

The Endless Wall Trail is one of the more popular hiking trails in West Virginia, so your best bet to having the trail to ...

You can spend less than $20 at your local gas station and trim more weight off your backpack than spending hundreds of dollars on a Dyneema ultralight tent. Here are the top ultralight backpacking ...