PHOTO CREDIT: HEATHER ELDRIDGE (CLEVERHIKER.COM) Choosing a great pair of hiking shoes is one of the most important gear decisions you’ll make. Getting a pair that has the right balance of comfort, traction, weight, and durability will make a huge difference with every step along the trail. Finding the perfect fit can be tricky though, […]
10 Best Backpacking Backpacks of 2023
PHOTO CREDIT: Casey Handley (CLEVERHIKER.COM) A backpack is one of the most important pieces of gear you’ll carry, so it really pays to do your homework and find one you’ll love. Getting the perfect fit, the ideal balance of weight/durability, and an organizational design that works for your hiking style is critical. Our team has tested […]
10 Best Backpacking Tents of 2023
PHOTO CREDIT: DAVE COLLINS (CLEVERHIKER.COM) Your backpacking tent will be one of the most important gear purchases you make. Finding one that has the best balance of weight, interior space, convenience, and weather protection will make it much easier to stay happy and comfortable on trail. There are tons of backpacking tents to sift through, […]
10 Best Backpacking Sleeping Pads of 2023
PHOTO CREDIT: DAVE COLLINS (CLEVERHIKER.COM) Great sleep in the backcountry can be surprisingly tough to come by. You’d think after a long day of hiking, most backpackers would be tired enough to pass out face-first in their rehydrated mashed potatoes. But that’s often not the case. Packing a top-notch sleeping pad will help take your […]