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!
My ExOfficio Insect Shield Halo hiking shirt is definitely my favorite long sleeve hiking shirt. Why? Because it protects me from nasty mosquito bites! This top is on the pricier side when it is not on sale, but is highly durable so will last a long time. Since I’m very prone to mosquito bites (they …
As an avid hiker and backpacker, I spend a lot of hours outside in the sun, wind, and rain. Therefore, I look for apparel and gear that offer versatility, and features that let me use the gear in multiple situations. Because as we all know, the weather can change quickly! What I like about my …
The ExOfficio brand is very well known as the leader in hiking underwear (and other active people). These ExOfficio Give N Go Briefs aren’t cheap, but last a long time and live up to their reputation. Pros: Quick dry! I found that they dry really fast in the sun (~2 hours) and will dry out …
If you like to hike in the summer or in hot conditions, but don’t want bushes scraping at your skin, these pants are great. Last year I picked up my first pair of North Face Horizon Utility pants, and I was hooked! (Now I own 3 pair!) The Horizon Utility Pants are made of a …
Because I live in California, there are plenty of UV rays and hot temperatures when I am out hiking. I use my Dorfman Pacific Solarweave Mesh Trek hat when it is over 60 degees Fahrenheit, and the fleece lining of my Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero would be unbearable. What I like about my Dorfman Pacific …
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 …
Headed to Africa? A trip to California’s Sierra Nevadas in the summer? You will have to remember Function Over Fashion when shopping for a mosquito hat net. Don’t risk itchy, unsightly mosquito bites on your face. I tested my Outdoor Research Bug Bucket Hat this summer near Bishop Lakes in July, and I was thankful …
I bought a pair of these last winter and got lots of use out of them, and look forward to using them again this year. They are less bulky than other ski gloves I own, and provide a lot more freedom of hand movement. I have found them to be great for snowball fights all …
