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The Osprey Kestrel 38 Backpack is well-sized for gear-intensive hiking and is built with more durable fabrics and features that make it suitable for on-trail, off-trail, and winter hiking. It is an adjustable torso-length backpack with an external pocket for carrying a hydration system, a sewn-on top lid pocket, a zippered bottom hatch, and side zipper access to the main …

Morton’s Neuroma is an inflammation of the nerves leading to your small toes and presents itself as a burning or tingling sensation or the feeling that your sock is bunched up in the front of your shoes, even when it isn’t. Once inflamed, Morton’s Neuroma won’t away without proper care and may become painful enough to keep you from hiking. …

How many pairs of underwear do you take when backpacking? While some people (like myself) only bring one pair, no matter the length of the trip, most SectionHiker readers bring two pairs on multi-day trips, one to wear, and one to wash while hiking. The vast majority of SectionHiker readers prefer Ex-officio underwear for backpacking trips because it’s synthetic, moisture-wicking, and …

I’ve been exploring Vermont this winter with the intent of hiking and backpacking in the Green Mountains this summer and autumn (2024). The last time I spent time in Vermont was in 2008 when I section hiked The Long Trail. Now I plan to complete a side-by-side of The Long Trail by hiking all of the side trails that lead …