Hiking Product Reviews
There are so many options out there when it come to hiking products and it is hard to figure out what to buy. I gave a bunch of products a try so I could pass on my hiking product reviews to you to hopefully help you make a good decision. I talk about shoes, clothes, backpacks and will keep adding so make sure to check back often.
If you are just getting started and looking for even more information make sure to check out my “Getting Started Tips” page. There I talk to experts, including some brands, about what to look for when picking out new gear. Happy Hiking!
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Review: La Sportiva Jackal II Trail Runners
Trail Runners are becoming more popular for hikers. The La Sportiva Jackal II are a lightweight option that might be a an option. My review.
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Review: Klean Kanteen Food Box
Klean Kanteen Food Box kit is a steel and silicone food storage set that is plastic free and dishwasher safe. Here is my review.
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Product Review: Outdoor Research Helium
The Outdoor Research Helium Rain Jacket is a lightweight and durable rain jacket and wind breaker that is easily packable. My review.
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Royal Robbins Sustainably Made
Royal Robbins is an outdoor lifestyle brand that is working toward even more sustainably made clothing in their 2023 line.
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Review: Outdoor Vitals Vario Jacket
The Outdoor Vitals Vario Jacket is an Ultralight jacket that I put through its paces hiking in Colorado. Here is my review.
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Product Review: Adventure Wagon
The Adventure Wagon has new way to look at Van Life with a modular system allowing for ultimate customization. My review of Adventure Wagon.
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Product Review: La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II
The La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II hiking shoe comes in a mid and wide cut. It is a waterproof shoe with good traction. A full review.
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Relive App
The Relive App is an activity tracker that keeps you motivated on the trail and makes social media a snap with their animated maps.
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Introducing Osprey Extended Fit
Osprey’s Extended Fit line of packs is designed for the bigger hiker in mind. Allowing a more traditional fit on a non-traditional body.
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Swany Gloves Product Review
Warm hands are essential on any winter adventure. My review of the Swany X-Calibur glove and Swany Legend Mitten and how they keep you warm.
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Kahtoola MICROspikes Product Review
Hiking in the winter can be great but you need to be prepared with traction devices. My review of the Kahtoola MICROspikes traction devices.
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Mystery Ranch Zoid Cubes Product Review
The Mystery Ranch Zoid Cubes are small packs that do the big job of helping stay organized. I reviewed the packs to see if they could help me.
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Product Review: Oboz Sawtooth X Mid
The Oboz Sawtooth X Mid is a solid waterproof hiking boot with strong traction and grip. My review of the Sawtooth X.
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Outdoor Research Crocodile Gaiters Wide
It is hard to find gear to fit if you are a bigger hiker. That’s why I am excited to review the Outdoor Research Crocodile Gaiters Wide.
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MSR Lightning Trail Snowshoes Review
The MSR Lightning Trail Snowshoe is a nice lightweight option for recreational snowshoers to enjoy the outdoors all winter long.
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Product Review: Costa Lido Sunglasses
The Costa Lido Sunglasses are designed for the water but I took them into the mountains to review how they would do on the trail as well.
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Power on the Trail
Having power on the trail can make a real difference in having a safe and enjoyable time. I tried out two products to help keep you charged.
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Review: Klean Kanteen TKWide 32 Oz Bottle
The Klean Kanteen TKWide 32 Oz insulated water bottle is made from 90% recycled consumer steel and one of the better bottles on the market.
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Product Review: Costa Untangled Pescador
Costa Untangled Pescador sunglasses incorporate recycled fishing nets in the design to make a top notch pair of environmentally minded shades.
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Product Review: Saucony Xodus Ultra
The Saucony Xodus Ultra are a light weight trail runner that holds its own with any outdoor footwear. A review of my hiking in the Xodus.
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Product Review: Kuhl Revolvr Shorts
The Kuhl Revolvr Shorts are a great for a hike or a day around town due to their durability and flexibility. A full review of the shorts.
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Hiking Boots or Trail Runners? Footwear for the Trail.
Footwear is so important on the trail, but was is the best for hiking between hiking boots, hiking shoes, trail runners, or cross trainers.
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Spy Optic Monolith Happy Boost Review
I tried the Spy Optic Monolith 50/50 with Happy Boost and reviewed them to see if they would work on adventures in the outdoors.
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Product Review: Kodiak Selkirk hiking boots
The Kodiak Selkirk is the newest hiker from Kodiak Boots and I put it through the paces to see how it performs on several hikes.
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Product Review: Kuhl Engineered Shirts
There are a ton of options when it comes to hiking shirts. I have tried a lot and wanted to share my thoughts on the Kuhl Engineered Shirts.
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Product Review: Osprey Daylite Sling pack
With one arm injured I looked at finding a single strap backpack to hike in. The Osprey Daylite Sling was a great solution. Here is my review.
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Product Review: Fox River Socks
Looking for the best hiking socks is always a challenge. I reviewed four different styles of Fox River Hiking Socks to find how they are.
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Product Review: Kodiak Stave Hiking Boot
The Kodiak Stave Hiking Boot is a waterproof hiker with an eco-considered design. I put it through some paces for my full review.
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Product Review: Kuhl Kove Travel Rucksack
The Kuhl Kove Travel bag has the classic style and functionality of a classic rucksack and I found it to be very versatile while on a trip.
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Review: Kuhl Revolvr Hiking Pants
I have always been a fan of Kuhl Pants while on the trail and my newest version, the Revolvr, has a lot of great features for me to review.
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Product Review: Foxelli Mx200 Headlamp
If you are going to hike at night you need a good light source. My review of the compact and rechargeable Foxelli MX200 Headlamp.
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Product Review: Osprey Manta 24 Backpack
After trying a few packs, I may finally found a keeper with the Osprey Manta 24 backpack. A review of this versatile and comfortable pack.
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Product Review: Kodiak Skogan Hiking Boot
The Skogan hiking boot from Kodiak Boots is an environmentally minded mid or low cut waterproof hiker that I put to the test.
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Pack Fitting at REI
I knew that pack fitting at REI was a great service before buying a backpack, today I found out they will help even when bought elsewhere.
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Review: Kuhl Renegade Cargo Convertible Pants
Summer hiking pants need to keep you cool and comfy but also strong enough for the elements. My Kuhl Renegade Cargo Convertible Pant review.
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Product Review: Kodiak Moncton Boots
When looking for a pair of winter boots you may find your perfect match with Kodiak Moncton Boots. They bring style and function to winter. My review.
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Product Review: Kuhl Klash Hiking Pants
Hiking in the winter requires a good warm set of clothes to be comfortable. Here is my product review of the Kuhl Klash Hiking Pants
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Get to Know: Kodiak Boots
Kodiak Boots is a 110 year old Canadian Boot company. Who better to talk about winter boots and keeping you safe and warm in the city.
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Product Review: Kuhl Transcendr Hiking Pants
When it comes to hiking pants comfort and durability are super important. Here is my review of the Kuhl Traverse Pants.
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Product Review: Keen Targhee III Wide
Hiking shoes can make a hike great or miserable. Here is my review of the Keen Targhee III Wide hiking shoe.
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Outdoor Retailer
One of the best way to do a hiking product review is to see the products before they are even out in the public. The Outdoor Retailer show brings together some of the best brands and biggest retail chains. I was able to attend and found some really cool brands that I wanted to share.
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Outdoor Retailer Summer 23: Water
The Outdoor Retailer Trade Show is one of the biggest each year. Here is a look at some of the water features for 2023.
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Outdoor Retailer Summer 23: Camping
The Outdoor Retailer Trade Show is one of the biggest each year. Here is a look at some of the Camping Gear for 2023.
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Outdoor Retailer Summer 23: Accessories
The Outdoor Retailer Trade Show is one of the biggest each year. Here is a look at some of the Accessories for 2023.
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Outdoor Retailer Summer 23: Essentials
The Outdoor Retailer Trade Show is one of the biggest each year. Here is a look at some of the Essential products for 2023.
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Show Part 2
The Outdoor Retailer Summer Show just wrapped up and was full of new and innovative products. Here are a few that impressed me and my review.
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Show Part 1
Outdoor Retailer just wrapped up in Denver and as always displayed a ton of new and innovative products that are coming to the stores soon. Here is my look at some of those new products.
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Outdoor Retailer Wrap: Familiar Faces
The Outdoor Retailer had plenty of well known and bigger companies with new products or lines coming out in the 2022 season.
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Outdoor Retailer: Making Life Easier
The Outdoor Retailer Snow Show 2022 had plenty of products including those that make enjoying the outdoors a little bit easier.
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Outdoor Retailer: Environmentally Minded Pt 2
The Outdoor Retailer Snow Show for 2022 had a lot of environmentally minded products that help consumers stay environmentally minded as well.
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Outdoor Retailer: Environmentally Minded Pt 1
A theme at the Outdoor Retailer Snow Show 2022 was environmentally minded companies. Here is a look at several of those companies.
Big Gear Show
The Big Gear Show is another big outdoor retail convention that is a bit unique. The Big Gear Show is held outdoors! The outdoor products can actually be tested outdoors! What a cool concept! It is an exciting convention full of new products and big brands. I found some of the best to bring to you.
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Big Gear Show 23: Snacks
Snacks are always my favorite part of a hike and the Big Gear Show had plenty of options of new and returning snacks to try and review.
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Big Gear Show 23: Hikers Favorites
The Big Gear Show has gear for every outdoor hobby but as a hikers I always get attracted to a certain group, the hikers favorites.
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Big Gear Show 23: Innovation
The Big Gear Show always brings some innovative brands and products and 2023 was no different. Here is a look at some of the innovative gear.
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Big Gear Show 23: Colorado Connections
It is always great seeing the innovative companies in your own back yard. Here is a look at the Big Gear Show ’23: Colorado Connections.
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Big Gear Show 23: Fresh Faces
Each year the Big Gear Show brings on some Fresh Faces and this year was no different. Carts for gear, food for adventures, and more.
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Big Gear Show 23: Moosejaw Accelerator
The Moosejaw Outdoor Accelerator program is helping and mentoring some of the most innovative new small businesses in the outdoor world.