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Best Women’s Hiking Shoes and Boots
Looking for the best women’s hiking shoes or boots? After thousands of miles of hiking, I'm sharing my favorite hiking shoes, hiking boots, and trail runners for day hikes, backpacking, and thru-hiking.
Best Hiking Shorts for Women
In search of the best hiking shorts for women? After thousands of miles of hiking, I'm sharing my favorite shorts for day hikes, backpacking, trail running, and more – including the best lined, unlined, and biker shorts for hiking.
The Best Water Filters and Purifier for Hiking, Backpacking, and Thru-Hiking
Staying hydrated when backpacking and thru-hiking is crucial and the right water filter or purifier can make all the difference. In this post, I break down the best options—Sawyer Squeeze/Micro Squeeze, Katadyn BeFree, and Aquamira—sharing when I use each and why they’re my go-to choices for backpacking and thru-hiking.
Continental Divide Trail SOBO Ultralight Gear List 2023
In this post, learn about all the ultralight backpacking gear I’m taking with me on my southbound SOBO thru-hike of the 3,000-mile Continental Divide Trail in 2023.
Backpacking Gear Guide: What to Pack for a Backpacking Trip
Wondering what to pack for a backpacking trip? This post has you covered. I’ve backpacked over 7,000 miles and put a lot of time into finding the best backpacking gear that is durable, quality, and ultralight. In this post, I provide an overview of both ultralight and lightweight backpacking gear, along with budget-friendly options and some higher-priced items.
Pacific Crest Trail Gear List (lightweight, 11.6 lbs)
In this post, explore all the backpacking gear I'll be starting my Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) thru-hike with, including a comprehensive packing list.

