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Photo credit: Heather Eldridge (CleverHiker.com) It’s Member Rewards time at REI! That means REI members have just received their annual 10% reward on purchases from last year. We look forward to this every year since – if you have a backpacking gear addiction like we do – your reward can add up to big savings […]

May 24 2021 An average of 7.5 million acres of forest are impacted by wildfires each year. And almost 85% of wildfires are caused by humans. These statistics may look pretty bleak, but the good news is that it means most of the fire damage done to our forests each year can be prevented. With a little […]

Salomon Quest 4 GTX – Photo credit: Heather Eldridge (CleverHiker.com) How many ways can you tie your shoes? If you like to hike, you’ll need more than one. Whether you’re a seasoned backpacker or new to the trail, proper lacing can be the difference between a pleasant trek and a painful outing. Tying your shoes […]

Photo credit: Heather Eldridge (CleverHiker.com) Keeping outdoor gear clean isn’t always convenient, and muddy hiking shoes are often the last thing we want to wash. However, anyone who’s had to pull on a pair of crusty boots knows that a little maintenance goes a long way.  A few fast and simple steps can extend the […]

Photo credit: Ian Krammer (CleverHiker.com) One of La Sportiva’s most unusual shoes, the Spire GTX, is a hiking boot masquerading as a trail runner. These shoes have received high praise in both the fastpacking and hiking worlds – but do they live up to the buzz? We put the Spire GTX through rigorous testing over […]

Photo credit: Ian Krammer (CleverHiker.com) One of La Sportiva’s most unusual shoes, the Spire GTX, is a hiking boot masquerading as a trail runner. These shoes have received high praise in both the fastpacking and hiking worlds – but do they live up to the buzz? We put the Spire GTX through rigorous testing over […]

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 on from December 8-18th, and it includes big discounts on some of our favorite winter clothing as well as awesome gifts for the outdoorsy folks in your life. We scoured […]

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 time, there has been one common criticism: the zipperless vestibules. In response, Zpacks released the Duplex Zip to cater to those who were concerned about splashback and sideways rain getting […]

PHOTO CREDIT: DAVE COLLINS (CLEVERHIKER.COM) REI shuts its doors every year on Black Friday and encourages members and employees to #optoutside. Whether that means heading out for a family camping trip, hitting the trail for a day hike, or tackling that trail run you’ve been thinking about, REI will help you get outdoors and do […]

PHOTO CREDIT: HEATHER ELDRIDGE (CLEVERHIKER.COM) It’s incredibly important to treat your feet right on the trail. But when you’re looking for a new pair of hiking boots, you’ll quickly find there’s a lot to consider – fit, traction, support, price, break-in period, and weight among other factors. The general trend in the boot market is […]