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Hyperlite Debuts Cuben Fiber Climbing Packs
Hyperlite Mountain Gear (HMG) has just introduced two new backpacks for ice climbing and mountaineering called the Ice Pack and the Porter. They are made using an ultralight non-woven fabric called Cuben Fiber.
Dress the part: Halloween photo contest.
Trailspace is encouraging you to dress up in your favorite "outdoorsy" costume and post a picture on Facebook. The picture with the most "likes" by midnight tomorrow will win some sweet Trailspace goodies.
Trailspace's New Moderators
Trailspace welcomes Gonzan, Rick-Pittsburgh, and Trouthunter as our newest volunteer moderators.
Anti-Gear Hero
I like shiny new gear, but my friend Ed Talone has walked more than 4,000 miles with a 1970's Kelty external frame pack. His attitude about gear is a lesson to all of us that sometimes, it's all about the journey.
Your New Community Evangelist
Long ago, I dedicated my life to experiencing as much of this planet as possible under my own power, and helping others to do the same. Now I'm excited to be joining the Trailspace team as your new Community Evangelist.
Welcome, Seth
Trailspace is excited to welcome Seth Levy as our new Community Evangelist.
The John Muir Trail: The Music Video
This summer, a group of 8 multi-media artists known as the John Muir Project loaded up with more than 60 lbs of video equipment each to record their experiences on the 230-mile John Muir Trail (JMT).
Got Poles? Gear to Grow Wants to Make a Match
Ever forget your tent poles on a backpacking trip? Then you'll understand Gear to Grow's predicament. An outdoor manufacturer donated many tents to the Utah nonprofit to distribute. Here's the catch: The tents don't have poles.
Outdoor Gifts: Pass Them On
On September 25 I’m running the 50K (that's 31 miles) race portion of the Vermont 50. It's my first ultra-marathon. As a benefit for Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports, it's also a chance to pass on outdoor access and opportunities.
Gear to Grow...and Give Away
The majority of companies and people attend Outdoor Retailer to buy or sell gear. But not everything at the show comes with a price. Nonprofit Gear to Grow just wants to give its goods away.
Tread Lightly to Protect Climbing Access
Slip into stealth mode and follow these easy guidelines to help protect climbing access every time you’re at the crag.
Q&A with Feathered Friends Designer Brent Zwiers
Brent Zwiers is one of the design minds behind Feathered Friends' handmade down sleeping bags and clothing. He recently shared some of his gear designer experiences, skills, and secrets with Trailspace.
Browse Photo Archive of AT Thru-Hikers
Trail tradition dictates that thru-hikers have their photos taken at the Appalachian Trail Conservancy headquarters. In June, the ATC announced a web database containing its entire archive of hiker snapshots.
AAC offers Cornerstone Grants for climbing areas
Know a climbing area that needs better infrastructure like signs, trails, or composting toilets? The American Alpine Club's Cornerstone Conservation Grant helps fund essential infrastructure at climbing areas.
Q&A with Jennifer Pharr Davis, AT Speed Hiker
Jennifer Pharr Davis, current holder of the fastest women's thru-hike of the A.T., is back on the trail, hoping to make history by hiking away with the overall speed record. We caught up with Davis before she left Katahdin.
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