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GR20 Hiking Guide: All You Need to Know About the Toughest Trek in Europe

Photographer

Andy Cochrane

Camera

Contax T2

Film

Kodak Portra 400

We Fastpacked the Toughest Trek in Europe So You Don't Have to

A comprehensive overview of the legendary 112-mile trail, from history to what I learned while fastpacking it, and what I would do differently

Inside the Evolution of Pa’lante, From Ultralight Packs to Apparel & Beyond
Inside the Evolution of Pa’lante, From Ultralight Backpacks to Apparel & Beyond

How the innovative brand defies definition, from outfitting FKT thru-hikes in 2017 to launching apparel inspired by climbing, fly fishing, and skating

Outbound Stowe Review: A Retro Vermont Motel Reinvented for Outdoor Lovers
Modern Design Meets the Mountains at This Retro Motel near Stowe, Vermont

A first hand look at Outbound Hotels’ new property, where A-frame cabins and easy access to skiing, hiking, and mtb trails lets you live like a local

On the Fjällräven Polar, Anyone Can Be an Arctic Explorer
On the Fjällräven Polar, Anyone Can Be an Arctic Explorer

What it's like to experience the 200-mile dog sled expedition above Sweden’s Arctic Circle—a yearly event making polar adventure more accessible

Alta Via 1 Dolomites: A Hiker's Guide to the Iconic Italian Mountain Trail
The Field Mag Guide to Hiking the Legendary Alta Via 1 in the Italian Dolomites

From planning and travel tips to backing list and epic photography, here we show all you need to know about the stunning hut-to-hut hiking route

Best GPS Hiking Watch Guide: 8 Gear Tester Standouts of 2024
The 8 Best GPS Watches for Hiking, Cycling, and Everyday Wear

Our team of gear testers took these GPS smartwatches for months of testing in Southern Oregon to determine which is best for a range of users

The Jasper Zionic Adapts KEEN's Iconic Approach Shoe for Modern Life
The Jasper Zionic Adapts KEEN's Iconic Approach Shoe for Modern Life

Hands-on with the all-new outdoor sneaker, built with a climbing style upper inspired by the Jasper and the Zionic's rugged performance outsole

Trip Report: Backpacking, Packrafting & Fly Fishing in the Adirondacks
Trip Report: Backpacking the Adirondacks with a Packraft and Fly Rod

An early-fall outing to New York's northernmost mountain range in search of mountain lake-dwelling trout and a slice of solitude

Cabin dreams and architectural inspiration

Outbound Stowe Review: A Retro Vermont Motel Reinvented for Outdoor Lovers
Modern Design Meets the Mountains at This Retro Motel near Stowe, Vermont

A first hand look at Outbound Hotels’ new property, where A-frame cabins and easy access to skiing, hiking, and mtb trails lets you live like a local

10 Best Glamping Tents of 2024: What to Know & Which to Buy
A Guide to Glamping Tents for Airbnb Entrepreneurs & Backyard Campers

From classic bell tents to more creative canvas options, here we break down the many different types of camping shelters and some of the best to buy

Glamping in California: The 20 Best Luxe Glampsites to Visit in 2024
Glamping in California: The 20 Best Spots for a Luxe Outdoor Experience

It's time to embrace the trend of "glamorous camping” and these awesome, expertly picked locations across California are a great place to dive in

The Nami Project Review: Seaside Cabins & Cedar Saunas on Vancouver Island
Book a Room with a Private Cedar Sauna & Hot Tub at The Nami Project in Canada

What it's like to stay at the stunning new micro hotel located near surf mecca Tofino in the authentic fishing village of Ucluelet, BC

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Premium vs Affordable Daypacks for Hiking: When to Spend and When to Save
Affordable vs Premium Day Packs: How to Know When to Splurge on Hiking Gear

Are fancy packs worth the money? Understand the differences between affordable and premium day hiking backpacks to make an informed decision

Essential Hiking Gear for Beginners: All You Need to Know Before You Buy
The Ultimate Hiking Gear Checklist for Beginner Hikers: Where to Start & What to Pack

Hit the trails prepared with our complete guide and checklist to hiking gear, from shoes to backpacks, according to pros

Inside the Evolution of Pa’lante, From Ultralight Packs to Apparel & Beyond
Inside the Evolution of Pa’lante, From Ultralight Backpacks to Apparel & Beyond

How the innovative brand defies definition, from outfitting FKT thru-hikes in 2017 to launching apparel inspired by climbing, fly fishing, and skating

Best GPS Hiking Watch Guide: 8 Gear Tester Standouts of 2024
The 8 Best GPS Watches for Hiking, Cycling, and Everyday Wear

Our team of gear testers took these GPS smartwatches for months of testing in Southern Oregon to determine which is best for a range of users

The Jasper Zionic Adapts KEEN's Iconic Approach Shoe for Modern Life
The Jasper Zionic Adapts KEEN's Iconic Approach Shoe for Modern Life

Hands-on with the all-new outdoor sneaker, built with a climbing style upper inspired by the Jasper and the Zionic's rugged performance outsole

Meet Thermore, the Most Influential Ingredient Brand You've Never Heard Of
How Thermore Became the Most Influential Ingredient Brand You've Never Heard Of

Thermore's sustainable, synthetic insulation made with recycled PET bottles has been quietly driving change in the outdoor industry since 1972

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Visual adventures from around the world

On the Fjällräven Polar, Anyone Can Be an Arctic Explorer
On the Fjällräven Polar, Anyone Can Be an Arctic Explorer

What it's like to experience the 200-mile dog sled expedition above Sweden’s Arctic Circle—a yearly event making polar adventure more accessible

Alta Via 1 Dolomites: A Hiker's Guide to the Iconic Italian Mountain Trail
The Field Mag Guide to Hiking the Legendary Alta Via 1 in the Italian Dolomites

From planning and travel tips to backing list and epic photography, here we show all you need to know about the stunning hut-to-hut hiking route

What It's Like to Make a Surf Film Among Alaska's Volcanic Aleutian Islands
Behind the Scenes of Ben Weiland's New Surf Film, Made in Alaska's Aleutian Islands

Q&A: Director Ben Weiland and photographer Nick Foster discuss creativity, cameras, surf, and their new film "The Search for Volcano Island"

11 Best Film Cameras For Photographers of Any Experience | 2024 Update
The 11 Best Film Cameras for Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Photographers

All you need to know about the most legendary, underrated, and rightly hyped 35mm and 120 medium format rangefinders, SLRs, and point & shoot cameras

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