Corey Buhay

Go from shivering basketcase to four-season badass in eight easy steps.

Contrary to popular belief, wilderness is a made-up concept. Here’s why it could be harming our planet.

Humans, like trees, grow best in damp soil.

From shredding powder to climbing ice, these top packs keep your gear secure and dry

As hikers, we spend a lot of time in nature. Impress your hiking partners with these answers to commonly asked questions.

The body does weird stuff on the trail. We rounded up the experts to answer our burning questions about hiker physiology.

Are women's sleeping bags really warmer than men's? How long can I keep a down sleeping bag stuffed before it's ruined?

Feel like you couldn’t possibly bare skin in the shape you’re in? All the more reason to try.

When there’s nothing to write home about, you might be doing it right.

When hiking becomes cool, it loses something sacred.

A beginner friendly backpacking pack with everything you need—and nothing you don’t

From the backcountry to the airport, this pack has you covered

A reliable workhorse that will last for years

This pack bridges the gap between ultralight and ultracomfy

Shoulder the load and make miles with these trail-ready rucksacks

You don’t need to “get in shape” to enjoy hiking season. Here’s how to savor it from the start.

Ditching the baggage and streamlining your life can be easier said than done.

From short hikes to long runs that push the definition of a dayhike, these six packs will be your constant companions.

It’s not just a bag. It’s a lifetime’s worth of beauty sleep. Learn what features you need, shop accordingly, and keep your bag in good repair, and it’ll keep you sleeping soundly.

Home is where you stake it out. Understand the ins and outs, pick the right shelter, and treat it like you would your bedroom.

Understanding suspension and construction is key to finding the right fit—and proper maintenance and repair will ensure your load-hauler lasts thousands of miles.

Bad weather, horrendous blisters, endless hills—it’s all fun if you look at it the right way.

Kickstarting a workout habit starts with reexamining your motivations.

Stay fresh, whether you’re out for a few miles or a few thousand.

Two heavyweights of the pack world go head to head.

Growing numbers of hikers, bikers, and skiers are leaving Colorado SAR teams strapped. One new study offers some radical ideas

Authorities are searching for the person responsible for killing one dog and sickening three with ibuprofen-laced meat.

Overcrowding is destroying our parks. Timed entry systems can save them.

The John Muir Trail was my dream hike—until a bout of food poisoning turned it into a nightmare.

Backpacking rule number one: Pack enough to eat.

With Biden’s oil and gas moratorium derailed, Bears Ears is back on the chopping block. Here’s the latest.

With record-breaking heat grounding helicopters, the future of search and rescue—and park access—could be in danger.

Finally: A filter good enough to make you stop dreading water duty.

It’s better than a foam roller, and way easier to fit in your pack.

A new kind of adventure starts where the maintained trail ends. Advance your hiking game and take on the unknown with these tips for route-planning and navigation. Then, practice footwork skills for safer, more efficient mountain travel.

Got a gear-heavy trip coming up? These packs have got your back.

Don’t let a little rain ruin your hike. These waterproof packs will keep your gear safe and dry, mile after mile.

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Our testers found load haulers for every trip and hiker. Pick your favorite and start making your packing list.

Stay warm and dry this season with these top snowshoeing gear picks.

Winter activities can take a lot of gear, from avalanche equipment to heavy sleeping bags. But that doesn't mean you have to weigh yourself down. These four bags keep it light while still leaving you enough room to carry your necessities.

A longtime hiker faces her fears to level up her adventure resume.

From bear encounters to first aid, these safety tips will help you manage the unexpected in the backcountry.

Wring extra miles out of long summer afternoons with these weight-conscious daypacks.

Make your next trip a luxurious one.

We put the season’s newest featherweight packs through 3,800 total miles of testing. These are the ones that kept our long-distance team cruising along in ultralight bliss.