Nomad 
Did you know that Doc Martens, the footwear of choice among fashionable groups as diverse as 1960s skinheads to 1980s scooter riders and goths to new wave musicians and members of the grunge scene, actually began their life as modest work boots and even gardening shoes? They’ve come a long way since twenty-five-old soldier Dr. … Read more
Whether you’re flipping through a newspaper or an online magazine, you may notice that hiking is one of those activities that editors can’t seem to decide on. Though most people claim that sports are classified as simply “physical activity,” others disagree and are insistent on making the category a little stricter than that. Thus, these … Read more
If you are new to hiking or haven’t put much thought into it you may have heard that many females carry a pee rag, like a Kula Cloth, on the trail. While this may sound somewhat gross it is good for cleanliness and to help you carry less other gear, so what is a pee … Read more
Sure, you could always camp with a heavy older style tent, but that’s not exactly the most efficient way to complete a thru-hike on a national scenic trail. A ultralight tent is the perfect blend of modern near weightless backpacking while roughing it. Ultralight tents are perfect for smaller, lighter, longer trail hiking trips such … Read more
Every hiker needs to have a puffy down jacket to keep them warm when the inevitable cold comes. This is where the Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer comes in amazingly on its strengths. Imagine having a jacket which can fit in your pocket and weighs less than 10 ounces but with the warming ability of jackets … Read more
One of the lightest weight down jackets available from Arc’teryx, the Arc’teryx Cerium SL Jacket is a sewn through down puffy jacket is built for use as a light mid-layer for cool, dry conditions. It also can perform as a minimalist standalone when moderate warmth is required on a thru-hike. The lightest weight down jacket … Read more
One thing about camping and roughing it, you need a pad unless you are 12! The Therm-A-Rest NeoAir UberLite is the air mattress which is incredibly small and amazingly light. The NeoAir UberLite packs down into the space similar to a medium cup from a fast food restaurant which allows you to carry it in … Read more
If you are a lover of the cold and high elevations where temperatures frequently dip wayyyyy down you want to get the gear that sets you up for an amazing time and not cold and shivering. This is where the Xtherm comes in amazing and why even though it weighs a little more than the … Read more
One thing you want to pay some good money for to have an enjoyable outdoor trip is on your sleeping gear, as part of the big four for thru-hikes I definitely would agree! The Sea to Summit Spark is a perfect bag for those who need cold defense but also would like to cut back … Read more
