Gear

I’ve been testing outdoor gear since I realized how much I liked hiking. And that I’d probably like it more if I had some better gear. As a former REI employee and always a gear nerd, I’ve tried a heck of a lot of gear over the years. In these posts you’ll find gear reviews, packing lists, and my favorite products I’ve used.

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  • 37 Best Deals for Backpacking & Hiking Gear: REI Co-op Anniversary Sale 2025

    It’s that time of year again – REI Co-op’s Biggest Sale of the Year! The Anniversary Sale runs from Friday, May 16 – Monday, May 26, 2025 and is always packed with the best deals for summer hiking and camping gear and you can save…

  • Backpacking With Camera Gear

    As an outdoor photographer who loves hiking and backpacking to places far away from the parking lot, I often grapple with how much camera gear I should bring. The photographer in me screams to bring everything, and the thru-hiking backpacker reminds me that I often…