Want to know which backpacks are the most comfortable on the trail? Or which hiking boots are my favorites? Or the best stroller to use to take your baby on dirt paths?
In the Hiking Lady, Hiking Baby, and Hiking Kids reviews, I put to the test all sorts of adventure apparel, gear, and footwear. I know how to beat up gear, and as I go on hiking adventures I share my thoughts with you! When stuff is great, I let you know, and when it is bad, I also let you know! There’s no holding back here!
How often do you worry about your cellphone battery dying when you’re out hiking? I always keep my smartphone with me when I’m hiking and backpacking in case of an emergency and as a backup camera. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a backup cellphone charger, that is small, and functions as a flashlight? We’ve …
Vasque hiking shoes and boots have a reputation for being high quality yet affordable. Since proper fitting boots are arguably the most important item that any hiker needs, it is very important that you invest in a good pair that fit your feet well. All of us have different feet… some are wide, some are …
Fall is my favorite season, and it is a wonderful time to hike and enjoy the beauty of leaves changing color, shorter days, and more moderate temperatures. It also means wearing more layers. One item that every hiking lady needs to have is a fleece…they are lightweight, can pack down small, and provide loads of …
Teva has been a long time leading outdoor footwear brand, and is known for making great quality water shoes and sandals. (See Hiking Lady’s review of the Teva Omnium Water Shoe). Now they have an innovative new footwear line called the TevaSphere that we’ve been putting to the test! The TevaSphere collection uses a modular …
Since 1981, Prospecs has developed unique walking shoes, and are now the #1 selling walking shoes in Korea. Prospecs are coming to the U.S., and they have incorporated their focus on performance through improved alignment, cushioning, and stability in the women’s Prospecs Trail Walk 402. Prospecs’ heritage is power walking, or “athletic walking” as they …
When you’re out hiking, backpacking, snowshoeing, or skiing in cooler temperatures, wicking base layers are essential. As discussed in Adventure Apparel: Layering, base layers need to be constructed of synthetic materials or wool in order to wick sweat away. The Canadian company Watson’s has Performance Base layer tops and bottoms, which we’ve been putting to …
I had the pleasure of reading Cheryl Strayed’s engaging book, Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail. After reading just the first few chapters, I knew why Oprah selected it for her book club! Wild is Cheryl Strayed’s revealing memoir of her 1,110 mile hike along the Pacific Crest Trail. This certainly …
Are you looking to read a book that you will not want to put down? One that will bring you to tears and also make you laugh out loud? Then you should consider reading Alrene Blum’s inspirational memoir, Breaking Trail: A Climbing Life. A friend of mine loaned me her copy of Arlene’s book, and …
Headlamps are a must have for hiking, camping, and everyday use. Just last week my electricity went out at home, and luckily I have several great headlamps to choose from. I also have a lantern and various LED flashlights. Recently I’ve been testing a slightly lower cost headlamp, the Dorcy LED Headlight. The Dorcy LED …
The Canadian company Innate Gear makes a nifty product called the Trail Sac, which is a waterproof pouch that I use to keep my essentials organized (and protected from water damage!). This is important for electronics, such as your camera, GPS, or cellphone. To keep things simple, sometimes I just keep the Trail Sac loaded …