As a hiker who previously lived in Colorado for six years and currently travels full-time in my van to explore trails around the US, I’ve …
12 Reasons to Become an REI Member
I became an REI member 18 years ago right when I finished college and decided I wanted to get more into camping. I remember being …
6 Best Women’s Desert Hiking Boots and Shoes
Over the past decade-plus, I’ve spent a lot of time hiking in the desert. I’ve backpacked throughout Southern Utah and explored many beautiful desert destinations …
Women’s Patagonia Nano Puff Insulated Hoodie Review
As I’ve been hiking and camping regularly over the past decade and more, I’ve tested a lot of outdoor apparel. The more gear I try, …
Best Women’s Winter Hiking Pants for Cold, Snowy Weather
For years, I’ve struggled to find a good pair of winter hiking pants. I’m either stifling hot and sweaty in ski pants or freezing cold …
25 Coziest Winter Deals During REI’s Holiday Warm Up Sale
With the REI Co-op Holiday Warm Up Sale happening 12/8-12/18, my team and I handpicked the best deals on some of our favorite items so …
20 Hot Deals at REI’s Holiday Warm Up Sale 2023
PHOTO CREDIT: HEATHER ELDRIDGE (CLEVERHIKER.COM) Temperatures are dropping and so are the prices on cold weather gear at REI. The Holiday Warm Up Sale is …
Zpacks Duplex Zip Tent Review
Photo credit: Casey Handley (CleverHiker.com) The Zpacks Duplex has been the go-to tent for ultralight hikers – including us – for years. But over that …
50 Best Gifts for National Park Lovers
Are you looking for the perfect national park gift to surprise that national park lover in your life? Whether you’re shopping for the holidays, a …
50 Best Gifts for National Park Lovers
Are you looking for the perfect national park gift to surprise that national park lover in your life? Whether you’re shopping for the holidays, a …