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How does it compare against the competition? A guide finds out.
Follow these steps to spend less time stressing over the details and more time on the trail
Find the trail runners that work best off-trail and in mixed conditions
Get off-trail just a couple hours' drive from Denver and the Front Range
Here's how to use Gaia GPS to save your route so you never get lost again
Here's how to assess when it's safe to do so
The new men's Saxx Kinetic HD Briefs got a serious upgrade from the previous model—and they're way better for high-output activities
It's an upgrade on my previous favorite, the Iota, and my new go-to for backpacking and trail running
A checklist of essential skills, concepts, and definitions
Your mindset is your most important tool in the backcountry
How to build a system of equipment that will offer direction in wild landscapes
What types to bring, where to find them, and how to make your own
The Alpine Carbon Corks aren't cheap, but they're the best collapsible poles for rugged use
A recipe for the backcountry, designed by a high-end chef
And it's a hundred times better than an energy bar
A step up in waterproof-breathable performance
An ideal shoe for high-altitude adventure runs
For clean water when you're on the run
This handheld, flavor-filled burrito will warm up the coldest campsite morning
An already excellent shoe gets an upgrade