In 2009, Trish Matheny left her home state of Oklahoma to follow her heart to the Rocky Mountains and never looked back. Overwhelmed by her passion for adventure and exploration, she began traversing the mountain ranges surrounding her new home, Teton Valley, Idaho on her splitboard and learned the importance of dialing in your gear, especially when you carry it all on your back. Everything got turned upside down when she discovered rock climbing in 2016, and now she spends her time chasing warm weather and dry rock near Bishop, California. When she’s not out climbing, she enjoys trail running, yoga, and cooking with friends.
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Best Base Layer for Women of 2022
Ladies, are you seeking a new base layer top? Our latest review of women's base layers features 17 of the best models available today.
Editors' Choice
Black Diamond Solution 150 Merino Quarter Zip - Women's
A lightweight base layer with features such as hood, 1/4 zip, and thumbholes in the sleeve to increase warmth, breathability, and easy layering
Top Pick
Smartwool Intraknit Merino 200 Pattern - Women's
An intricately designed knit base layer offering comfort and great wicking capability within a durable and solid construction
Top Pick
Patagonia Capilene Air Hoody - Women's
This super comfortable and breathable base layer offers high performance at a lighter weight and is highly comfortable. It
Best Long Underwear for Women of 2022
Are you looking for your next long underwear bottom? After sifting through 80 different options out there, we chose 10 of the best. We wore each while battling the high seas North of...
Best Buy
Kari Traa Rulle High-Waist
This lightweight synthetic bottom offers incredible modern style, noticeable comfort, and sufficient breathability, at an affordable price.
Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2022
What's the best backpacking water filter? For over a decade, we have tested 43+ unique models to find out. Our team of experts are seasoned backcountry experts with a passion for adventure.
Top Pick
LifeStraw Peak Squeeze
This impressive lightweight microfilter boasts a sleek, straightforward design that offers versatility and reliability for your backcountry adventures.
Best Hiking Boots for Women 2022
Now is the time to invest in your next pair of hiking boots. But where to begin? We have narrowed down the options to the top models on the market for hands-on testing.
Editors' Choice
La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Mid GTX - Women's
This streamlined hiking boot offers impressive comfort, breathability, and support, within a lightweight and durable design.
Best Buy
Salomon OUTline Mid GTX - Women's
This ultralight hiking boot offers superior traction in a breathable waterproof package, all at a really approachable price point.
Best Buy
Merrell Moab 2 Mid WP - Women's
For hikers looking for an affordable hiking boot that is low maintenance and offers sufficient performance, this one is a great bet.
Best Camping Chairs of 2022
When choosing the best camping chair, we have a lot of demands. It must be portable and last through lots of use and abuse just like our other gear, but also maintain the comfort and...
Top Pick
La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX - Women's
This modern hiking boot offers durability, support, and unparalleled waterproof protection. On top of that, this hikers are comfortable and
Top Pick
Altra Lone Peak ALL-WTHR Mid - Women's
This versatile hiking boot offers superior comfort and support, especially for those with wider feet. If your running shoes are zero drop, this hiker
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