Hiking: Gear Reports, Headwall

Altra Lone Peak Running Shoe

Danielle Lattuga — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 12:02:49 -0600

I started running barefoot style about 3 years ago, when the book, Born to Run, was convincing folks of its merit and my osteopath was trying to help me figure out why my foot hated me so much after running more than 10 miles. I promptly got myself a pair of Vibram Five Fingers-KSOs and loved them to death.…

Mountain Masochist

Emily Downing — Mon, 14 May 2012 14:31:00 -0600

Trail running demands a certain level of awareness and focus that you just don’t encounter when you’re on the roads.…

Perfect Pocket Multi-tool

Jon Baker — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 04:00:00 -0600

The Juice series of pocket-size multi-tools are an industry leader. A focused blend of tools, features and size have put these Leatherman's on top.…

Marmot Scree softshell pant: Universe's best?

Aaron Teasdale — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 22:46:00 -0600

I'm convinced that every outdoors-loving person should have a pair of these pants. The ultimate cool weather outdoor pant, they're perfect for spring/fall hiking, Nordic skiing, cool-weather backpacking, spring mountaineering, snowshoeing, spring skiing, non-warm climbing, really-cold-weather running, or pretty much anything active you want to do in cooler weather.…