Deciding on a pair of ski poles, luckily, is less involved. Here’s what to do. If you’re at a shop with some poles handy, ...

If you spend much time backcountry hiking, chances are you're the sort of person who would find use for at least two things: a trekking pole and a water purifier. Well, PurTrek combines them both in ...

How to use trekking poles isn’t as obvious as you might think. You don’t just stab them into the ground as you walk. To get the full benefits you need to know how to set them up and use proper body ...

When tackling the high peaks of the European Alps - where altitudes often soar between 3,000 and 4,000 metres - having the right gear isn’t just helpful, it’s essential. Whether you're summitting your ...