Going into any old photo album, I can pull out a dozen photos of me in the mountains without even trying. Holding those pictures (yes, kids, back in my day, we had to get the film developed and hope that the photos looked good) takes me back to a moment on a mountain. Somewhere in …
Trail runners know that trail running shoes are extremely important. They also know that the socks they choose to wear are very important – if not the most important running gear to have. They may be the cheapest piece of clothing to purchase for your adventure, but it is certainly imperative to have the right …
Minimalist cushy running shoes have been all the rage lately but many brands have struggled to create a comfortable but tough pair of trail running shoe with this design. It’s no surprise that Patagonia is one brand that really achieved the goal of a lightweight, protective trail shoe that fits flexible like a glove. The …
Merrell has been producing exceptional footwear since 1981. Though they began with a focus on footwear for hikers, they are now a popular and trusted brand amongst backpackers, runners, and everyday people looking for quality casual footwear. Despite having a range of different footwear styles, they consistently produce superior shoes and boots that are exceptionally …
Need a shoe good enough for a Navy SEAL? The Navy SEALs are an elite Special Forces all-male unit trained to conduct military operations on the sea, air, and land. They’re pretty badass in our book. Well, they where Juxt. The Vasque Juxt Multisport shoe was worn by DEVGRU (SEAL Team 6) during their campaign to …
One of the single most important aspects of successful and safe long-distance running for sport or fun outdoors activities is some extra hydration. Runners of all types, from marathoners to trail runners, can quickly become dehydrated even if they are trail running in cool weather, which is why they need a hydration backpack with shoulder …