How to Choose Trekking Poles

Find the right trekking poles for on- and off-trail hiking and backpacking trips. Choose wisely, hike confidently!

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Should I use insoles with my hiking shoes?

For hikers, backpackers, and trail runners, even a marginal improvement in foot pain or fatigue is worth it. Insoles can provide this relief.

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How to Choose a Backpacking Backpack

From an overnighter to a PCT thru hike, here’s how to find the best backpack for you, how to fit a backpack, how to pack a backpack, and keeping your gear dry.

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How Accurate are Stated Volumes of Backpacking Backpacks?

While testing volumes for our Backpacking Backpacks guide, we suspected manufacturer-stated volumes weren’t accurate or consistent for all brands. So, we measured the volumes and capacities specified across multiple brands, and here's what we found.

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HOW TO CHOOSE GEAR