NATURE CALLS: Trusted gear for every trail

The ULTIMATE

Gear Guide

  • A big thank you to "follow the hike"! They helped me find the BEST down sleeping bag. It’s clear that they base their recommendations on thorough testing and genuine experience.

    — Mia Taylor, Melbourne
  • I'm an experienced camper and I know my way around quality gear, but the recommendations in their Gear Guide was invaluable. Somehow they managed to find quality gear at a great price.

    — Claire Tremblay, Montreal
  • Their gear guides are a must-read. I bought the sleeping pad they recommended and it's one of the best things I brought for my Wakimika trail. Light, good quality and easy to pack!

    — David Brown, Toronto

Meet our experts:

Every week we introduce three of our experts - testing outdoor gear for you!

Lappland, Sweden

Madeleine Niemi

A true nature lover who is convinced that quality gear doesn't have to be expensive. Her Sami heritage has taught her how to live in harmony with nature and she's always up for trying out new sustainable equipment.

Victoria, Canada

Ethan Tremblay

I've spent countless hours hiking up mountains, fishing and just spending time outdoor, since I was a kid. That's why when I talk about the great outdoors, you can bet it comes from a place of real passion and experience. I'm all about keeping it real with quality gear and honest advice, so you can trust that my recommendations are solid.

Montana, USA

Emily Carson

As someone who's nearly spent more nights under the stars than in her own bed, you could call me a true hiking queen. When I test out gear, I put it through the real deal— it's got to perform well and look good doing it. You can count on me for honest and reliable recommendations!

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