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Helinox Chair Zero Review
A chair rarely ends up on a thru-hiker’s essential gear list, but for those hiking shorter miles and spending more time at camp, a comfortable place to sit does have...
Backpacker Radio LIVE with Ryan “Dirtmonger” Sylva (BPR #253)
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we'll do it live! That's right, we are once again joined by backpacking legend, Ryan Sylva aka Dirtmonger, to learn...
Katabatic Palisade 30 Degree Quilt Review
While thru-hiking the Eastern Continental Trail this past year, I made a lot of gear changes. Until then, I had been using the same mummy-style sleeping bag — the REI...
Authorities Investigating Fish Hooks Stuffed In Dog Treats Along Appalachian Trail
Over the weekend, a hiker stumbled upon a disturbing scene of dog treats laden with fish hooks along the Appalachian Trail between PA Route 873 and the George W. Outerbridge...
5 Common Beginner Backpacking Mistakes
If you’re getting ready to go backpacking or thru-hiking for the first time, you’re going to make mistakes. Lots of them. And that’s OK: mistakes are part of life. The...
Zpacks X Evolved Supply Co Mirage Sun Hoody Review
When you think of “Hiker Trash,” a strong mental image comes to mind. For me, I see a dirty sunshirt, a dirty trucker hat, a dirty 50L backpack, and a...
Thru-Hiking Gave Me Body Dysmorphia
Many thru-hikers say the trail has changed their lives forever. I embarked on my first ever long hike back in 2017, and it truly did change me. Since then, I...
Body of Hiker Reported Missing Found Near Appalachian Trail in Pennsylvania
The body of a missing hiker was found in Northampton County, PA on Sunday, authorities say. Authorities identified the hiker, found near the Appalachian Trail, as Raghu Kodali resident of
Audrey “Glowstick” Payne on the Patagonia O Circuit, Tramily Breakups, and Balancing a Career with Hiking (BPR #252)
In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by thru-hiker and author, Audrey “Glowstick” Payne. In addition to a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail, which...
Why Helium Backpacking Might Just Be Hot Air for Thru-Hikers
Even those who live under a rock (which, let's be honest, is a real possibility among thru-hikers) have likely seen the viral video of a hiker using a helium balloon...