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!
ROLLING WITH AN ELEVATE 22: A LONG-TERM, HIGH-MILEAGE REVIEW
Words and Photos by Rylie and Tristan, @rollingtides.rt
Amidst the bustling fray of online backpack shopping, things can get overwhelming real quick. There are hundreds of brands to choose from, an...
21 DAYS AT THE EDGE: TESTING THE CROSSPEAK 1 IN SOUTHEAST GREENLAND
Words and Photos by Rich Rudow richrudow.com
I have been a Hyperlite Ambassador and a dedicated user of their gear for nearly the 15 years they have been in business. One thing I’ve learned along t...
A BETTER WAY FORWARD: DIANA DAVIS’ HMG STORY
Words by Diana Davis, Photos from Diana Davis, Brett Davis
I’m Diana Davis, an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys pretty much everything one can do outdoors.
My favorite outdoor pursuits are trail...
2 MINUTES TO MIDNIGHT: RACING JETLAG IN CHAMONIX WITH SAMUEL NANEY
Words and Photos by Samuel Naney @samuel_naney
I hadn’t taken a trip to Europe in nearly sixteen years, since I was a young buck chasing dreams as a Nordic ski racer. But when a good friend and tru...
BUY THE DAMN TICKET: FLY FISHING IN NEW ZEALAND WITH RICH HOHNE
Words from Rich Hohne, Photos by Skwala Fishing
Most of us get invited on trips we never take.
Our justifications for saying “no” are usually reasonable. Time. Cost. Logistics. Calendars that alrea...
FROM SKY TO TRAIL: CARLOS BUHLER TAKES ON THRU HIKING AT 70
Words and Photos by Carlos Buhler (Top image - Carlos on Everest summit with Pena Guara Club flag, China)
Climbing on Changabang N Face, India
A LITTLE BACKGROUND ON ME:
I grew up in a town about 2...
THE HYPERLITE MOUNTAIN GEAR GUIDE FOR A PACKED, PICTURE-PERFECT DAY HIKE (LUNCH INCLUDED)
Words and Photos from the HMG Team and Rebecca Sperry (@sockedinhikes)
An open schedule and a sweet weather window–the foundational elements required for a great day out on a trail. Time outside co...
A BACKPACKING GEAR LIST FOR NEW HIKERS
From Hyperlite Mountain Gear
Huge skies, dense forests, shades of blue and green you’ve never imagined. Climbing peaks and covering distances you didn’t think you could. The sense of accomplishment...
