If you’re looking for a lightweight backpacking shelter that blends comfort, user-friendly design, and excellent weather protection, a semi-freestanding tent is the ideal choice. Semi-freestanding …
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Hiking Boot & Shoe Soles for Grip, Traction & Different Terrains
Choosing the right pair of hiking boots or shoes can be overwhelming – there are a lot of options for your feet. When considering any …
The 35 Best Ways to Save At REI’s Member Moment Event 2024
Photo credit: Heather Eldridge (CleverHiker.com) It’s Member Rewards time at REI! That means REI members have just received their annual 10% reward on purchases from …
10 Campfire Safety Tips
An average of 7.5 million acres of forest are impacted by wildfires each year. And almost 85% of wildfires are caused by humans. These statistics may look …
How to Lace Hiking Boots & Shoes
Salomon Quest 4 GTX – Photo credit: Heather Eldridge (CleverHiker.com) How many ways can you tie your shoes? If you like to hike, you’ll need …
How to Clean Hiking Shoes & Boots
Photo credit: Heather Eldridge (CleverHiker.com) Keeping outdoor gear clean isn’t always convenient, and muddy hiking shoes are often the last thing we want to wash. …
La Sportiva Spire GTX Hiking Shoes Review
Photo credit: Ian Krammer (CleverHiker.com) One of La Sportiva’s most unusual shoes, the Spire GTX, is a hiking boot masquerading as a trail runner. These …
20 Hot Deals at REI’s Holiday Warm Up Sale 2023
PHOTO CREDIT: HEATHER ELDRIDGE (CLEVERHIKER.COM) Temperatures are dropping and so are the prices on cold weather gear at REI. The Holiday Warm Up Sale is …
Zpacks Duplex Zip Tent Review
Photo credit: Casey Handley (CleverHiker.com) The Zpacks Duplex has been the go-to tent for ultralight hikers – including us – for years. But over that …
The 50 Best Deals at REI’s Gear Up Get Out Sale 2023
REI shuts its doors every year on Black Friday and encourages members and employees to #optoutside. Whether that means heading out for a family camping …