Under Recommended Products you can find our suggestions for the best products within each type of hiking gear and apparel. If you are looking for more general suggestions with regards to which outdoor brands and shops to keep an eye on, please browse through our articles below.
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In this post in our mini-series on sustainability in the outdoor apparel industry we start to have a look at some of the brands which do better than others when it comes to sustainability. The problem with deciding which brands are the most sustainable lies both in scale and transparency. In terms of scale, it…
In the last few years, the popularity of hiking boots has decreased, and many hikers and backpackers have switched to low-cut hiking shoes or trail runners. These are indeed lighter than hiking boots and often provide better breathability. However, hiking boots also have certain advantages over the lighter alternatives. There has been a lot of…
Most hikers are environmentally aware and follow the more or less (un)written rules when venturing out in nature, such as: “Leave nothing but footprints”, “take nothing but pictures” and “kill nothing but time”. As described in the article Sustainable Outdoor Clothing Materials? it can be hard to be equally eco-conscious when shopping apparel for your…
Hiking boots are one of the most important outdoor purchases you’ll ever make. Choosing the right pair isn’t easy—boots vary greatly in quality, weight, traction, and breathability. To help, we’ve selected six of the best hiking boot brands known for high-quality materials, decades of experience, and reliable performance. While these boots are not inexpensive, they’re…
Hiking and backpacking are demanding activities that require high-quality gear. However, not all outdoor brands produce gear that stands up to the challenge. To help you narrow down the best of the best, we’ve selected 10 top outdoor brands that stand out through innovation, durability, and value. Keep in mind: no single brand excels in…
While you probably love to spend time in the outdoors, it is less likely that you love spending time shopping for the equipment and apparel you need. Physical stores have their advantages if the staff is well-educated and stock is varied and plenty but online shopping from home is the natural choice for more and…
