Hiking & Backpacking unltd: Hiking & Backpacking Gear - Guides - Destinations
This photo of a backpacking hiker silhouetted against the sun was taken by photographer Angela Granger of Lyons, Oregon.
Showcasing Hiking & Backpacking Gear & Equipment, Tips and Guides, and Destinations.
Find Hiking and Backpacking Products, Services, and Resources. Connect and Interact with those who share your interest in Hiking and Backpacking ... whether it be a day trip or a month-long trek.
Below you'll find Merchants and Products which speak to the topic of this site and which, in keeping with our mission as The Web's Concierge, have been carefully chosen and individually screened for your shopping ease and pleasure. They are not paid ads, but rather companies with whom we have selectively chosen to partner. We do earn a referral fee if you find something you like or need and purchase it. We have striven to bring you the "best in breed" companies ... those that: we like, our friends like, have great sites and service, have good online reviews, positive consumer reports, and are family friendly. Keep us posted with regards to your own personal experiences with them.
You may be surprised at companies that have not been included. The "noisiest" in the marketplace are not always the best. We have chosen 1) newer innovative companies that are performing well and garnering respect in their respective niches as well as 2) "Main Street" companies that have been reliably getting the job done for decades ... in some cases centuries. Our oldest partner, thus far, has been in business since 1819! That's staying power.
Rest assured, if we've included a certain vendor in a site's line-up, there's a very specific reason for it. You may have to hunt and poke a bit, but it'll be well worth the effort. Enjoy the adventure!
Merchants
The Leader of the Pack
Sierra Trading Post: All your favorite Sierra Trading Post gear ... you'll be good to go for every outdoor activity. In addition to "the Gear" .... you'll find a fabulous selection of apparel and decor to suit the "casual lifestyle" of the outdoor-minded.
Customer Favorites:
Amazon: One of the planet's most mind-boggling arrays of goods. First came the books. Now they've added every other product on the planet. The ultimate in selection and convenience across multiple categories.
American Survival Guide: A comprehensive resource for both the active outdoor enthusiast who regularly enjoys hunting, camping, fishing or participates in other outdoor activities, and novice adventurers looking to expand their outdoor knowledge. Also for those who like to be prepared when disaster strikes. The magazine delivers an editorial mix including knowledge and information on technology, hardware, gear, and supplies needed for all outdoor survivalist and self-sufficiency activities.
Backpacker: A favorite magazine of those who love to camp and hike in the great outdoors. You'll find all the information you need on the best in equipment and clothing, safety and camping tips, and ideas for finding the best places to go for a great camping experience! You'll also get helpful fold-out maps in every issue.
Climbing: THE #1 Climbing magazine ... since 1970.
Gander Mountain: A place where outdoor and wilderness enthusiasts love to hang ... and buy. You'll find everything from fishing poles to running shoes to firearms ... the full gamut.
Garmin: The global leader in satellite navigation ... since 1989. You'll find GPS devices of all types for all applications ... Hiking & Backpacking.
LeftLaneSports: Offering premium outdoors, endurance, and active sports and fitness equipment at members-only prices. Their "flash sales" have proved popular.
Newegg.com: Every geek's favorite shopping site.. It's a guess, but an educated one and probably not too far off the mark. More recently, they've added to their inventory ... at this juncture, they've become a first rate one-stop shop for just about anything you could need or want.
Outdoor Life: A popular magazine bringing you news on hunting, fishing, boating, hiking, camping, archery, photography, and conservation ... life outdoors. You'll also find articles on scenic travel destinations and reviews of the best camping and outdoor equipment. Special features include true-life adventure stories of people's experiences "roughing it" in the wild.
OutdoorPlay: The site for lovers of "adult outdoor play" including kayaking, hiking, camping, climbing, backpacking, stand-up paddle boarding, etc. Carrying brands such as Mountain Hardwear, Patagonia, Ocean Kayak, Burton, Kelty, Black Diamond, Thermarest, Wilderness Systems, and Perception Kayaks. Oregon-based.
Outside: A contemporary lifestyle magazine for the active adult having a focus on the outdoors. The mission of its editors (since 1977): inspire participation in the world outside through award-winning coverage of sports, people, places, adventures, discoveries, environmental issues, health and fitness, gear and apparel, trends, and events that define the active lifestyle. (A 2013 National Magazine Award Winner for General Excellence)
Target.com: This favorite shopping destination has become one of the Web's 5 top favorite places to shop ... the company has worked its way into the Fortune 50. They've really covered all the bases when it comes to customers' "wants and likes".
Timberland: The company that made hiking boots a fashion statement with a little help from Milan ... they're still making those rugged boots as well as shoes and comfortable clothes and outdoor gear.
More Resources:
Art.com: If you love Art ... any kind of art, any subject ... you're gonna love this site. It's a feast for the senses. You can browse by subject, genre, artist, room to be decorated, and even color palate. Once you've found the image you've been looking for and/or can't live without, then you have multiple product types to choose from ... there's even a great selection of wall tapestries. You'll have fun here ... no matter your special interests or current decorating mission. Their tag line says it all: "Find Your Art, Love Your Space."
Kohl's: One amazing department store - if you put it in your home, on your body, or if it involves sports, play, or toys of any type, they've got it. (A hint ... if you are looking for counter or bar stools, this is probably the most extensive selection on the planet!)
Mountain Hardwear: Purveyors of everything needed to maximize the "outdoors experience", regardless of activity ... from outdoor-inspired men's & women's clothing and outerwear to tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, and related gear and equipment.
Northern Tool: If it has anything to do with tools, heavy and industrial equipment, construction and contracting needs for professionals or do-it-yourselfers ... you'll find it here. If it has to do with supporting "home and hearth infrastructure" or various kinds of commercial industry ... you'll also find it here. Along with much, much more. A merchant that has always amazed with the breadth of its offerings across multiple categories! And ... be sure and check out their NEW "Big Deals of the Week" feature.
Online Sports: Just a fun place to browse for anything and everything sports - gear and equipment, accessories, apparel, memorabilia, and gifts. You'll find something for the fan of ANY sport ... from sports themed home furnishings to sports gear to jewelry. Be forewarned ... the "search" function is not as efficient as it could be ... but they've got the stuff! Very, very cool!
ProBoardShop: Offering snowboards and gear, boots, and bindings; skateboards; skate shoes; wakeboards; and boarding apparel and accessories from favorite brands including Burton, Rome, Nitro, and Ride. Also carrying skis and gear for every skiing discipline, snowshoes, waterskis and accessories, bicycles, hiking and camping gear .... and a great selection of the all important accessory no matter the sport - the sunglasses. It's a rather mind-boggling array ... all incredibly well-organized. These guys have you covered - winter and summer!
Sears: What started as your favorite catalog store has survived to become a giant retailer - 2,300 Sears branded and affiliated stores across the US and Canada - of all your "home, hearth, and garden needs" including apparel, appliances, tools, and automotive products. We may take them for granted, but there isn't much they don't have across all niches ... all displayed across an organized, easy to navigate site.
Sun & Ski: It's not only for skiers (although they've got a fab inventory of ski jackets and apparel) ... if you do it outside in the sun ... and you need the right gear or clothing to do it ... summer or winter ... you'll find it here!
The House: One of the premier online boardshops ... the selection is BEYOND comprehensive and includes snowboards and snowboarding gear, skateboards, surfboards, skis of very type and skiing gear and apparel, wakeboards and wakeboarding gear, snowshoes, bikes of all types for all terrains, windsurfing gear, paddle boards, kayaks, waterskis, towables and inflatables, camping and hiking gear, extreme weather apparel and footwear, sunglasses, etc, etc, ... I think you get the picture. Definitely makes you want to get off the couch!!! Very, very cool.
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