May 30, 2018
Portraits of Pacific Crest Trail Hikers
Reporter Kathryn Miles and photographer Ian Tuttle caught up with some of the people hiking the Pacific Crest Trail this year and asked them why they're hiking
Thru Hiking
May 25, 2018
Ultralight Hacks Every Thru-Hiker Should Know
There are plenty of ways to lighten your load this season. These tips can help shave off the ounces before tackling a long trail.
May 23, 2018
FKTs Have Changed the Mountain Mindset
This film 'Fastest Known Time' gives context to a movement growing within the trail community: FKTs.
May 1, 2018
Like the Appalachian Trail, But with More Stoplights
An energized group of explorers are bringing the spirit of wilderness through hiking to American cities. Record-breaking distance trekker Liz Thomas and others are altering how we see urban spaces and inviting folks new to the outdoors along for the fun.
Apr 17, 2018
So You Want to Set an FKT?
With no official governing body, it’s up to athletes to prove their fastest-known-time claims. But as the stakes increase, substantiating these feats has become more complex than ever. For those who still intend to pursue an FKT, though, these guidelines will help.
Apr 10, 2018
The CDT Gets Blazed
Now you can be part of trail history by helping put signs up along America's often-overlooked (but perhaps most beautiful) thru-hike
Jan 16, 2018
Sunny Stroeer's FKT on Annapurna Circuit Is Crazy
It's not just that she's fast—it's that she didn't train at all
Jan 15, 2018
Thru-Hiking the Grand Canyon
From filmmaker Pete Mcbride, Dust in the Blood chronicles McBride’s attempt to thru-hike the Grand Canyon with writer Kevin Fedarko.