Hiking

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Hiker on a mountain summit at sunrise with a modern, recycled-material backpack, showcasing the blend of nature and advanced outdoor gear.

Field Tested

Essential New Outdoor Gear for Your 2026 Adventures

By 2027, a new hiking backpack will boast 90% recycled materials, yet demand a 15% higher price.

Dasha Orlova·September 17, 2026

Adventurers cycling and hiking on the scenic Rocky to Nordegg Rail Trail with the Canadian Rockies in the background.

The Getaway Plan

Top 7 Trending Canadian Adventure Destinations for 2026

A 50km stretch of repurposed railway in Alberta, the Rocky to Nordegg Rail Trail, now welcomes hikers, cyclists, and horseback riders, with year-round plans for dogsledding.

Javier Romero·September 3, 2026

Friends enjoying a picnic with a GCI Outdoor Freestyle Rocker Chair in a mountain meadow during the REI Anniversary Sale.

The Style Kit

REI Anniversary Sale offers last-minute deals for $30 membership

During the ongoing REI Anniversary Sale, a GCI Outdoor Freestyle Rocker Chair is discounted by 40%, dropping its price to under $50, making premium outdoor gear surprisingly accessible, according to U

Dasha Orlova·May 25, 2026

A hiker on a mountain trail at sunrise, overlooking a misty valley, symbolizing exploration and connection with the natural world.

Fuel & Fire

On Trails Book Explores Hiking Science, History, and Life

An elephant can feel the rumble of distant thunder through its feet from over 100 miles away, a profound example of ancient, instinctual navigation.

Amélie Girard·May 24, 2026

Close-up of Darn Tough hiking socks on a rocky mountain trail with a scenic landscape in the background.

Field Tested

What Makes Darn Tough Hiker Socks So Durable? A Deep Dive

After trekking 225 miles in 20 different pairs of socks, Wirecutter named Darn Tough's Light Hiker Micro Crew the best hiking sock.

Dasha Orlova·May 19, 2026