There are some aspects of the great outdoors that aren't always so great — namely excessive sun, heat, and bugs. The best hiking hats protect against one or more of those things, but not all hats are ...

Hiking is, undoubtedly, one of the most adventurous and exhilarating hobbies you can take up. Whether you like to wander through green fields or get a kick out of mountain peaks, it’s great for the ...

Thank you for the compliment. But what, exactly, do you mean by “probably more useful”? Your hesitant qualification undermines the full import of the words that follow. Did you rewrite this passage ...

Winter means warm performance layers are required to spend time outside. And, I’ll shout this from the mountain tops: Winter is best when active! A few years ago I challenged myself to hike at least ...

Sun blazing overhead, miles to go — the best sun hats shield your head, face, and shoulders from harsh UV so you can stay cool, sharp, and ready for that next climb, cast, or paddle stroke. We tested ...

Welcome to Talking Points, a series that looks at what makes some products worth talking about, brought to you by Gear Patrol Studios. Klättermusen can’t stop making colorful, high-quality gear. For ...

This story is part of our ultimate guide to hiking in L.A. You can buy a print copy at the L.A. Times store. Everyone has a hand in the outdoor clothing scene these days. Don’t be surprised if you see ...

Day hikes are an excellent alternative to trail runs, either on cross-training days or as a leisure activity on rest days. Hikes can also double as beta-gathering sessions for future trail runs, and ...