Are Pee Zippers a Must-Have for Squatting Hikers? Our Writers Debate.
Some newfangled hiking pants feature an extended zipper that allows users to squat and pee without undressing. While some hikers love them, others are set in their urination ways.
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Kassondra is a freelance writer and editor specializing in branded content in the adventure travel and outdoor industries. Her work has been published by The New York Times, Travel Channel, Outside, Backpacker, HGTV, Enterprise Rent-a-Car, the REI Co-op Journal, Gossamer Magazine, and many others.
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Cranky joints are no reason to take big peaks off the menu. These chairlift-accessed hikes put big-mountain terrain right at your fingertips.
The Best Way to Evaluate a New Date? Go for a Hike.
There's no better way to test the strength or compatibility of a relationship than to take it on the trail. Here’s how to use a hike to evaluate a new partner.
New Study Shows Hot Springs Might Actually Have Healing Properties
Scientists have discovered some friendly new bacteria in the waters of Bath, England, which was once the Romans’ favorite soaking spot. What else is lurking in the deep?
Hiking the England Coast Path, the World’s (soon-to-be) Longest Coastal Trail
At 2,795 miles, the King Charles III England Coast Path is on track to become the world’s longest coastal trail. Wild in some places and suburban in others, walking along it offers an incredible education in Englishness.
Where Should You Hike in 2023? We Asked 5 Pros About Their Epic Plans.
For new year trail inspiration, we turned to some of the most adventurous hikers we know.
Recovering From an Injury? Don’t Forget to Rehab Your Mind
Suffering a major injury can keep us from fully committing to the things we enjoy. Taking the time to care for yourself pays off.
Summer’s Here. Hike Naked.
If you want to appreciate how your body feels, rather than looks, on the trail, you have to let it all hang out.
Hike the CDT With These Expert Tips
Get the gear, the skills, and the trail beta to tackle Colorado's Mount Zirkel Wilderness on the CDT.
Packing Ice Cream Into the Backcountry
Is it possible to have the real thing on the trail?