Vermont Long Trail: The Complete Thru-Hiker's Guide
The Vermont Long Trail runs the length of Vermont along the main ridge of the Green Mountains, from the Massachusetts border to the Canadian border. It is the oldest long-distance hiking trail in the United States and the Green Mountain Club is still the route's central steward. The Appalachian Trai
Best Backpacking Quilts: What to Buy and What to Avoid
Backpacking quilts are lighter than mummy bags and sleep warmer in most conditions, but only if you know how to buy one. The market is full of temperature ratings that do not mean the same thing across brands, footbox options that matter only in specific conditions, and no standard for comparison ac
Gregory Baltoro 65 Review: Heavy-Load Comfort, Correctly Capped
The Baltoro 65 earns its weight with strong load transfer, body-following shoulder straps, and unusually useful organization. It is best for bulky or shared gear and loads up to Gregory's 50-pound maximum. Light-kit hikers should skip it.
