In my Hiking Lady Essential Gear Reviews I put to the test various backpacks, water bottles, trekking poles, tents and more! I know how to beat up gear, and as I go on hiking adventures I test gear! When stuff is great, I let you know, and when it is bad, I also let you know!
Grabber Toe Warmers If you snowshoe, hike in the winter, or head to the mountains in the summertime, bring along toe and hand warmers. Skiers and snowboarders are likely already very familiar with the benefit of these little bundles of warmth. Do your toes get cold when you’re out in the snow? How about on …
Women are colder than men – I didn’t believe it at first, but when I camped with a unisex sleeping bag, I experienced this first hand. Talking about chilly body parts, women have much colder feet and hands. Therefore, we need “women’s specific” sleeping bags, that provide extra warmth in the right spots. I bought …
If you ever snowshoe, backpack in the snow, or climb to mountain peaks that are covered in snow, you’ll want to treat the leather on your mountaineering boots to make sure that your feet stay nice and dry. All good mountaineering boots will have a Gore-Tex or other waterproof lining that will keep your feet …
Orange Sanitation Trowel I don’t have much to say about this sanitation trowel except that is does a very good job of digging a cathole so you can bury your waste in the backcountry. It is lightweight shovel, and its bright orange color makes it easy to find in your pack. Remember to follow Leave …
I was super lucky and won this Marmot Diva daypack on a MatadorNetwork contest! I’ve been using it quite a bit, primarily for long day hikes (including on my 17 hour hike up to the top of Mt. Whitney in the Sierra Nevadas), as well as snowshoe day trips. Because it is slightly larger than …
How can a trash bag be considered an essential hiking and backpacking item? If you like to camp and backpack, then you may already know how great they are. Any seasoned backpacker or hiker knows that the key to an enjoyable hiking experience is staying dry. We know about wicking apparel, Gortex, rain gear, pack …
Need a pair of hiking or walking gaiters? I hike in Joshua Tree National Park and Death Valley National Park relatively frequently, as well as other spots in the Southwest U.S. that are dry, dusty, and sandy. A pair of walking gaiters sure comes in handy to keep out the dust and dirt! I use …
When I’m snowshoeing, hiking in snowy conditions, and mountaineering, I keep my ankles and boots dry and prevent snow or rocks from slipping in with my Mountain Hardwear Women’s Gaiters. They have a nice Velcro closure, which works surprisingly well, a sturdy strap to secure them under your boots, and are breathable, so my legs …
On my August backpacking trip to Mt. Langley in the Sierra Nevadas I had a chance to try out a new insect repellent called 45ºN 68ºW. I am always on the lookout for DEET alternatives, and I gave 45ºN 68ºW a try. Despite being mid-August in the Sierra Nevadas, I lucked out and encountered very …
My Energizer® 7 LED Headlight is a great product for the price! Energizer just released a new headlamp, the Energizer Trail Finder 7 LED Headlight. I have since bought a couple as gifts for fellow hiking friends. When I am on the trail after dusk, or on a camping or backpacking trip, I always have …