The Trailhead

MATT GRAHAM AND THE EVOLUTION OF THE AERO 28

The Trailhead

Every journey has a first step. And some of the greatest, most meaningful journeys begin at trailheads. Welcome to ours! Here you’ll learn about gear, see route and trail intel, and dive into stories, images, and videos from our global community of adventureheads like you. Think of it like "The Third Place"–not home, not work, but your other most important/favorite place. The spot to hang out around like-minded people and have your life decisions and priorities validated. You won't need to justify your latest gear purchase or explain why you're using up all your paid time off hours to this crowd. They get it. Let’s go!

A Great Cause to Climb For: Seeking the Peak on Mount Washington

A Great Cause to Climb For: Seeking the Peak on Mount Washington

Words & Photos by Matt Morelli A bead of sweat was forming on my brow as we packed up our gear in the parking lot of Pinkham Notch, more than 4,000 feet below the summit of Mount Washington. I ...
Just Go: In Defense of Day Hikes and Quick Overnight Backpacking Trips

Just Go: In Defense of Day Hikes and Quick Overnight Backpacking Trips

Words & Photos by Annie MacWilliams For me, not every trip needs to be epic, #sponsored, or Type 2 fun. In fact, they rarely are. Often just being there, outside, feeling small and exposed to t...
A Season-to-Season Guide to Ultralight Day Hiking Gear Lists

A Season-to-Season Guide to Ultralight Day Hiking Gear Lists

Words & Photos by Annie MacWilliams Add Four Season Functionality to Your Gear Lists for Day Hiking Since it’s not always an option to take five-month long hikes, I have really come to enjoy fa...
Take a Hike: National Trails Day

Take a Hike: National Trails Day

Get Out & Hike! On June 4th we’re celebrating National Trails Day! Occurring the first Saturday of June, this American Hiking Society-sponsored day celebrates America’s magnificent Trail System...