Philip Werner

Section Hiker: REI: 50 Most Popular Hiking Products of the Winter Sale (2025)

Here are the top 50 products other consumers are purchasing during the REI Holiday/Winter Sale.

November 25, 2025

Section Hiker: Ultralight Backpacking Gift Guide (2025-2026)

Here are 20 of our top gift ideas for the ultralight backpacker in your family.

November 10, 2025

Section Hiker: Beginner Backpacking FAQ: Common Questions Answered

Backpacking is a great form of recreation on many levels, helping you maintain your physical and emotional health while escaping the pressures of work.

October 20, 2025

Section Hiker: Beginner Day Hiking Gear List: The 10 Essentials

Many hikers base their gear selection on a checklist called the 10 Essentials, first developed in the 1930s.

September 25, 2025

Section Hiker: Columbia Fishing Shirts for Hiking and Backpacking

A review of the best Columbia fishing shirts for hiking and fishing.

June 19, 2025

Section Hiker: REI: 50 Most Popular Hiking Products of the Winter Sale (2025)

Here are the top 50 products other consumers are purchasing during the REI Holiday/Winter Sale.

Section Hiker: Ultralight Backpacking Gift Guide (2025-2026)

Here are 20 of our top gift ideas for the ultralight backpacker in your family.

Section Hiker: Beginner Backpacking FAQ: Common Questions Answered

Backpacking is a great form of recreation on many levels, helping you maintain your physical and emotional health while escaping the pressures of work.

Section Hiker: Beginner Day Hiking Gear List: The 10 Essentials

Many hikers base their gear selection on a checklist called the 10 Essentials, first developed in the 1930s.