How to Talk to Trees with Lindsay BranhamTranscript Lindsay Branham is an environmental psychologist exploring how we build deeper, more reciprocal relationships with nature. Her work invites us to go beyond simply spending time outside and consider what it might look like to truly listen and even communicate with trees. Connect with Lindsay: Thank you to our sponsors: The post How to Talk to Trees with Lindsay Branham appeared first on Uncommon Path – An REI Co-op Publication.
Ask an Outsider: Do I have to “dress” like a hiker to be one?Welcome to Ask an Outsider. We are here to answer your most pressing questions about enjoying time outside, like whether you can hike in jeans or how to reconcile different trail goals with a partner. Our advice givers are experts from both inside and outside REI Co-op who draw from their own experience and knowledge […] The post Ask an Outsider: Do I have to “dress” like a hiker to be one? appeared first on Uncommon Path – An REI Co-op Publication.
Biking Across Every Continent with Liam GarnerTranscript Liam Garner is a long distance cyclist who set out at 17 to bike from Prudhoe Bay, Alaska to Ushuaia, Argentina, completing nearly 20,000 miles and becoming the youngest person to ride the length of the Americas. Now, Liam is continuing his global cycling journey, riding roughly 15,000 miles from Portugal through Europe, the […] The post Biking Across Every Continent with Liam Garner appeared first on Uncommon Path – An REI Co-op Publication.
How to Pace an Ultramarathon Runner with Lisa JhungTranscript Lisa Jhung is a writer, trail runner, and ultramarathon pacer who first began pacing runners more than 25 years ago. Drawn to the challenge and camaraderie of endurance sports, she’s helped athletes through some of the most demanding miles of their lives. What keeps her returning to the trail is the opportunity to support […] The post How to Pace an Ultramarathon Runner with Lisa Jhung appeared first on Uncommon Path – An REI Co-op Publication.
Best Backpacks With Detachable Daypacks + DIY Solutions For Hiking & TravelSome hiking trips are straightforward: you go out, you camp in one or two locations, you come back. Others are much more meandering. You might make a base camp and then take side trips. Do you really want to haul your bulky, framed pack on a 3-4 hour side hike? You want to have the […] The post Best Backpacks With Detachable Daypacks + DIY Solutions For Hiking & Travel appeared first on .
I Won’t Backpack Without a Pillow Anymore. Here Are the 5 I Trust MostThink backpacking pillows are a luxury? I thought so too—until I finally switched my stuff sack of spare layers for a real inflatable. The post I Won’t Backpack Without a Pillow Anymore. Here Are the 5 I Trust Most appeared first on Backpacker.
Which Hiking Socks Last the Longest and Dry the Fastest? We Tested Them in Our...Not all socks are the same: The right ones will dry quickly, keep you comfy, and outlast the competition. Backpacker Editor-in-Chief Adam Roy, Outside Lab Test Editor Adam Trenkamp, and their puppet counterparts put a few leading models to the test. The post Which Hiking Socks Last the Longest and Dry the Fastest? We Tested Them in Our Lab. appeared first on Backpacker.
Traser P65 Tactical Mission: A Field Watch With Real Military DNAThe Traser P65 Tactical Mission Titanium is a hard-use field watch born from military requirements, powered by trigalight tubes that glow for up to 20 years, and built for men who still expect their gear to work in the dark.
First Woman to Walk the Length of the Americas with Lucy BarnardTranscript Lucy Barnard is an Australian adventurer walking the length of the Americas, a years long expedition from Argentina to Alaska she began in 2017. Along the way, she adopted a blue heeler named Wombat, and together they navigate deserts, mountains, jungles, and remote terrain on foot. By 2026, Lucy had reached northern British Columbia, […] The post First Woman to Walk the Length of the Americas with Lucy Barnard appeared first on Uncommon Path – An REI Co-op Publication.
Hiking Mount Nebo: Utah’s Highest Peak in the Wasatch MountainsStanding at 11,928 feet, Mount Nebo is the highest peak in Utah’s Wasatch Range and one of the most rewarding hikes in the state. While mountains like Mount Timpanogos and Lone Peak tend to get more attention, Mount Nebo offers something special: incredible alpine scenery, fewer crowds, expansive summit views, and the satisfaction of standing […] The post Hiking Mount Nebo: Utah’s Highest Peak in the Wasatch Mountains appeared first on .
Is Canned Oxygen Practical or Placebo? I Hiked With It to Find Out.Canned oxygen promises to boost your performance at altitude. We asked a medical expert if it lives up to the hype, then put it to the test on the trail. The post Is Canned Oxygen Practical or Placebo? I Hiked With It to Find Out. appeared first on Backpacker.
Leapers/UTG Bipods: Meet the Overbore and Recon Flex Bipods!By Toby Melville of LEPUS210 July 29, 2025 The bipod is a historical optional accessory that has seen widespread use throughout the world. Its uses range from the benign to tactical. Today, the bipod is a critical piece of equipment that enhances stability for precision platforms. The bipod is that odd accessory that is as …
The Long Campaign to Criminalize Hunting and Fishing With Out-of-State Funding Should Trouble OutdoorsmenIP28 would criminalize hunting and fishing and likely has enough signatures to end up on the Oregon ballot. Even though it probably won't pass, outdoorsmen everywhere should take note The post The Long Campaign to Criminalize Hunting and Fishing With Out-of-State Funding Should Trouble Outdoorsmen appeared first on Outdoor Life.
Best Budget Backpacks – Top Hiking & Backpacking Packs In Your BudgetHiking and backpacking gear has a reputation for being expensive, a fact that deters many people from exploring the hobby. For many experienced hikers, expensive gear is a sore point that has inspired plenty of DIY solutions and communal effort to find more affordable options that work as well – if not better – than […] The post Best Budget Backpacks – Top Hiking & Backpacking Packs In Your Budget appeared first on .
Should You Hike in Waterproof or Non-Waterproof Shoes? We Tested it in Our Lab.Waterproof-breathable membranes are becoming ubiquitous in hiking boots, and common in trail runners too. But do you really need them? The post Should You Hike in Waterproof or Non-Waterproof Shoes? We Tested it in Our Lab. appeared first on Backpacker.
5.11 V.XI Sigurd Shirt — A Year of Real‑World Use, and Why It Works for...Here at SOFREP we get a good amount of gear for testing and review. By and large, most is pretty good. If gear is well-made, built to serve a purpose, and functional, someone is going to use and enjoy it, and I often pass along good gear to people who will use it more than […]
5.11 V.XI XTU MC Pants — Versatility You Can Work, Play, and Live InMany years back, I was introduced to 5.11 apparel. It was good, rugged, and well-suited for my profession at the time, Law Enforcement. Today’s 5.11 apparel is light-years beyond what I wore then. Today, 5.11 has dedicated people gathering real insight into what professionals in the field need. Thanks to those people, the 5.11 V.XI […]
The One Travel Essential You Might Be ForgettingThese activity-specific travel insurance plans cover your adventures ahead, wherever they lead you The post The One Travel Essential You Might Be Forgetting appeared first on Backpacker.
Kayaking 310 Miles Down the Klamath River with Tasia LinwoodTranscript On June 12, 2025, 15 year old Tasia Linwood set out to kayak 310 miles down the Klamath River, from southern Oregon to the coast of northern California. She went with several other young Indigenous kayakers, from different tribes who live along the river. Their journey marked the first descent of the Klamath after […] The post Kayaking 310 Miles Down the Klamath River with Tasia Linwood appeared first on Uncommon Path – An REI Co-op Publication.
Giant Bluegill Breaks Minnesota State Record. It’s the Second Time This Lake Has Produced a...Big Stone Lake in western Minnesota is on fire with trophy bluegills. The state record has been broken there twice this summer The post Giant Bluegill Breaks Minnesota State Record. It’s the Second Time This Lake Has Produced a Record Panfish This Year appeared first on Outdoor Life.
How My Creepiest Halloween Costume Became My Favorite Hiking LayerAn $18 button-down I bought online for a joke costume has been one of my most reliable hiking layers for nearly a decade. Here's why it outperforms more expensive pieces. The post How My Creepiest Halloween Costume Became My Favorite Hiking Layer appeared first on Backpacker.
Mammut Ducan Light HS Hooded Jacket Review — Lightweight Protection That Actually PerformsFinding a waterproof shell that balances weather protection, breathability, comfort, and packability is surprisingly difficult. Many rain jackets feel too bulky, too clammy, or simply not built for high-output mountain movement. After spending dozens of hours using the Mammut Ducan Light HS Hooded Jacket in everything from trail running to ski touring to standing in […] The post Mammut Ducan Light HS Hooded Jacket Review — Lightweight Protection That Actually Performs appeared first on .
I Shot One of the Biggest Woodland Caribou in the WorldWhen my guide finally spotted the big bull, all he could say was "shoot!" The post I Shot One of the Biggest Woodland Caribou in the World appeared first on Outdoor Life.
5 Best Hikes in Capitol Reef National ParkCapitol Reef National Park often gets overshadowed by Utah’s more famous national parks like Zion, Arches, and Bryce Canyon. That’s a mistake. After spending time exploring Capitol Reef, I came away convinced that it’s one of the most underrated national parks in the United States. The crowds are smaller, the scenery is spectacular, and many […] The post 5 Best Hikes in Capitol Reef National Park appeared first on .
EOTECH DCBL – A New Line of SuppressorsEOTECH is well known for its professional-grade optics. They are found everywhere from combat zones to world championship shooting matches.
Green Beret Rifle Setups of 2026!: Competition to Combat Crossover Part 5By Jeff Gurwitch It’s been 8 years since my last Competition to Combat article, written back in 2018. It was the last year of use for both the Daniel Defense 10.3 CQBR upper and the 14.5 RISII non-front sight post upper. Beginning in 2019, U.S. Special Forces started to switch over to the Giessele URGI …
