5+ hour, 45+ min ago  (1414+ words) This is a sponsored post brought to you by Altra. New customers can save 10% on any product at Altra with the code TREK10. The Altra Lone Peak is, without a doubt, one of the most popular shoes on America's long trails…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (1716+ words) Things have gotten a little out of hand. The outdoor world is swirling with all sorts of hiking trends right now, and every time I open Instagram I somehow discover a brand-new "essential" piece of outdoor gear that everyone suddenly…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (254+ words) I caved. I could not handle walking any more miles than necessary in my trail runners. My original plan was to wait to buy new shoes when I reached the NOC in North Carolina, but I decided that I couldn't…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (483+ words) I was lucky to get a ride into and around Gatlinburg, thanks to the generosity of the sister of one of the members of my tramily. Our first stop was REI, and I spent almost $200. The first thing I checked…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (221+ words) The Trek Are these boots made for walking Lyme To learn more, please visit the About This Site page. Hello from the UK! My name is Avril, blogging as Third Age. I am a harpist, artist, gardener, climate emergency activist…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (261+ words) With less than three months before I set off on the still imaginary trek called HHH (Highways of Harps and Holy wells) my mind is turning to preparations. There are many things to consider including gear, route and just how…...

3+ mon, 6+ day ago  (1382+ words) Every age of exploration has catalogued its tools. Mariners once listed sextant, compass, and sail; mountaineers debated rope and pitons; pioneers counted ammunition and stored provisions. The modern long-distance hiker performs a similar ritual'measuring ounces, comparing fabrics, refining gear, debating…...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago  (1841+ words) Think of your hiking shoes as an investment in your future happiness. Choosing the right pair can mean the difference between success and failure on a thru-hike. And, more generally, between a happy hike and a blistery sufferfest. In this…...

4+ mon, 6+ hour ago  (1840+ words) If you treat them right, it's possible to complete an entire thru-hike without so much as a blister. But if you don't take care of them, any number of (progressively more horrifying) foot afflictions could take you out of action…...

5+ mon, 1+ week ago  (649+ words) In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Alan Dixon, better known in the backpacking world as Adventure Alan. Alan is a literal rocket scientist, a lifelong adventure junkie, and a foundational figure in…...