Three “Made in USA” Gifts that Give Back
I’m always on the lookout for new gear. This year, even with a limited travel schedule, I was thrilled to discover some American companies that are keeping the tradition of designing and manufacturing gear alive. One thing the three companies featured here have in common (other than making smartly designed gear and clothing) is that […]
Gear Review — These Ultralight, Made in USA, Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles Make the Grade

Are carbon fiber trekking poles worth the price? CNOC poles may help you say yes.
How to Buy Hiking Boots

Hiking boots are the most important piece of equipment you have on the trail. They may seem like a fairly simple bit of outdoor gear, but there’s actually a lot more that goes into a pair of hiking boots than meets the eye. And although you don’t need to know every intricacy of how your […]