Thru-Hiking 101

We tested the difference between five different diameter pots to see if one size performed better than another. This is what we learned...

I always wondered whether I should leave my stove connected to my fuel canister or if it was better to take it off. Here's what I found...

We talked to some of our favorite thru-hikers about their experiences and advice for newer hikers. Here is what we learned.

Regular glasses cases are heavy. We came up with a better, more ultralight idea for you to consider on your thru-hiking or backpacking trip.

As one of the most popular lighters for thru-hiking and backpacking, we decided to conduct a test and see how long a BIC Mini lighter would last.

Snickers bars are a very popular thru-hiking and backpacking food because of the high-calorie density they have. We decided to test it out and see how many Snickers we could fit into the average bear canister.

Calculate how many calories you'll burn while hiking and plan how much food you'll need to bring on your trip using our Calorie & Food Weight Calculator.

We tested five of the most popular lightweight backpacking stoves to see which performed the best and which is the most affordable.

I analyzed the differences between the MSR IsoPro, Snow Peak Giga Power, OLicamp and the Jet Boil Jetpower fuel canisters to see which performed the best.

How much does a thru-hike cost? We put together a thru-hike cost calculator so you can estimate the cost of your next long-distance hike based on your own hiking style.

The best way to make your fuel last is to follow these five simple stove tips. Doing so can potentially double the life of your fuel canister.

The best way to determine how much fuel you will need while hiking is to test your stove at home before your hike. Here are some equations to help you out.

Leave No Trace is a broad set of principles that we should all use to guide our outdoor behavior. Here is our take on the Seven Principles as they apply to no-impact hiking.

Cooking a meal on the trail can be more difficult than cooking meals at home. Here are some tips and hacks to convert your cooking pot into a measuring cup.

When it comes to purchasing backpacking food, taking advantage of warehouse stores like Costco or Sams Club can save time and money. Here are some tips to help you shop smart for your hike.

When hiking or backpacking, it's very important to understand more about lightning and thunder to help keep you and your trail family safe.

Town food can be one of the most expensive parts of long-distance hiking. Here are some tips on where to eat and how to best spend your money when in town.

This post covers one of the most expensive things you can do in town: stay the night. Here are options from camping outside of town to staying in a motel.

We've collected permit information for nearly all of the trails we offer guides to. Permits can be complicated, and we aim to make it simpler for you!

Preparing food for a long backpacking trip can be overwhelming. We provide some tips on how to choose the right food for you!

This blog post considers different body weights and hiking styles to provide a better estimate of the number of calories you will burn while backpacking.

Paul conducted an experiment to set out and see if he can provide scientific evidence that a lighter shoe is better for long-distance hiking.

What is the optimal break time when you want to hike big miles?

New to the thru-hiking world? Don't worry! Check out these terms to learn the "thru-hiking lingo" and you'll be a part of the hiker trash fam in no time.