On a Saturday in October of 2021, Carlos Ramirez pushed through a gentle rain towards the summit of New York’s Balsam Lake Mountain. He couldn’t help but smile as he excitedly hopped over the swelling ...

YETI's backpacks don't mess around and the new Skala hiking packs are as serious as they come. These durable, versatile and ...

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YETI is getting ready for hiking season with a new hiking backpack that’s designed to make your upcoming hiking trips ...

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In my early days of thru-hiking, I was vehemently against carrying trekking poles. I saw them as unnecessary, something that my parents or grandparents would use. In short, I regarded them as ...

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Crisp air, golden leaves crunching underfoot, and trails that feel like they’re painted by nature itself—fall is prime hiking season. Whether you’re chasing waterfalls, taking scenic mountain strolls, ...