Reviews
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Where to Hike in New York in June
Updated monthly, this guide will inspire you to explore New York’s best hiking trails.
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KÃœHL Transcendr Pants Review
KÜHL kindly sent me two pairs of winter hiking pants to review. They‘re so good.
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12 Best Hiking Apps
The best hiking apps broken into four categories: navigation/planning, field identification, photography, and fun.
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KÃœHL Hiking Shorts (Review)
We thought it would be fun to test some high-end hiking shorts. Would they live up to their own hype?
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Upgrade: More Backpack, More Fun
I switched my backpack from a 34 liter model that’s great for day hikes to a 65 liter model that’s more suited to overnights. I’m really happy with the upgrade.
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Winter Gear: Neck Gaiter / Buff
Sometimes small tweaks yield big benefits, and that’s exactly what wearing a neck gaiter does.