https://sheexplorestheusa.com Hiking & Backpacking | Outdoor Gear Reviews | USA adventures | Print-on-demand | Sun, 05 Apr 2026 02:08:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/cropped-SETU-watermark-black-e1678001752398-32x32.png https://sheexplorestheusa.com 32 32 197297252 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2026/04/backcountry-3-day-closeout-sale-hiking-camping-deals/ Sat, 04 Apr 2026 06:11:50 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=29207 If you’ve been waiting to upgrade your hiking, camping, or backpacking setup, Backcountry’s 3-day closeout sale is one of the best […]

The post Backcountry 3-Day Closeout Sale: Hiking & Camping Deals appeared first on She Explores The USA.]]> 29207 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2026/03/hyperlite-mountain-gear-elevate-22-review/ Sun, 22 Mar 2026 02:20:50 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=28589 The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Elevate 22 review you’ll find here is based on a full year of real use: day hikes, […]

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The post Altra Lone Peak 9+ Review: LP9+ vs LP9 vs GTX vs LP8 appeared first on She Explores The USA.]]> 27392 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2025/11/black-friday-cyber-monday-2025-outdoor-gear-sale/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=25511 Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Holiday Sale 2025 deals on outdoor gear are already live, with many brands also [...]

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The post Patagonia Summer Sale 2025 Now On! Up to 40% Off appeared first on She Explores The USA.]]> 23769 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2025/02/ultimate-guide-to-finding-the-perfect-hiking-shoes/ Sun, 23 Feb 2025 19:47:57 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=17416 Choosing the right hiking shoes is key to comfort, performance, and safety. The right footwear prevents discomfort on rugged [...]

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The post The Best Sleeping Pads for Backpacking & Camping appeared first on She Explores The USA.]]> 17858 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2025/01/the-new-altra-lone-peak-9-vs-lp8-lp7-hiker-review/ Thu, 16 Jan 2025 03:33:29 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=17167 The Altra Lone Peak 9 has officially hit the market, and as an avid hiker, I was eager to put them to the test. The Lone [...]

The post Altra Lone Peak 9 Review: 7 vs 8 vs 9 vs 9+ Comparison appeared first on She Explores The USA.]]> 17167 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2024/11/review-of-the-garmin-gpsmap-67i-satellite-communicator/ Wed, 20 Nov 2024 07:30:35 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=6136 Review of the Garmin GPSMAP 67i and comparison to the GPSMAP 66i, Mini 2 and InReach Messenger plus[...]

The post Garmin GPSMAP 67i Review & Which InReach Suits You? appeared first on She Explores The USA.]]> 6136 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2024/03/the-new-altra-lone-peak-8-vs-7-hiker-review/ Wed, 20 Mar 2024 06:15:04 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=12882 Altra recently launched the Lone Peak 8, and I couldn’t help but buy a pair! In this post, you’ll find my […]

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The post Review Of The Great Lark 10 UL Sleeping Bag appeared first on She Explores The USA.]]> 8356 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2023/12/rei-flexlite-air-chair-review-and-top-alternatives/ Sat, 09 Dec 2023 11:13:44 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=10079 If you're an outdoor enthusiast who loves camping and backpacking under the stars, you'll appreciate the REI Flexlite Air [...]

The post REI Flexlite Air Chair Review and Top Alternatives appeared first on She Explores The USA.]]> 10079 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2023/07/review-of-the-mineral-king-tent-by-mountain-hardwear/ Thu, 13 Jul 2023 00:48:37 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=6928 When it comes to choosing a reliable tent for your outdoor adventures, quality is crucial. That's why the Mineral [...]

The post Mountain Hardwear Mineral King Tent Review (2P & 3P) appeared first on She Explores The USA.]]> 6928 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2023/07/how-to-dehydrate-food-at-home/ Wed, 12 Jul 2023 01:46:20 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=7545 Summer is here, and it’s the perfect time to enjoy meals outdoors in beautiful places! With my food allergies and [...]

The post How to Dehydrate Meals for Backpacking: A Simple Guide appeared first on She Explores The USA.]]> 7545 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2023/06/review-of-the-new-womens-altra-lone-peak-7/ Wed, 07 Jun 2023 02:56:46 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=6789 Altra Lone Peak 7 trail running shoes are the latest pair I purchased to hike this summer, and I have taken […]

The post Ultimate Altra Lone Peak 7 Review (by a Hiker) appeared first on She Explores The USA.]]> 6789 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2023/05/how-to-clean-a-hydration-bladder/ Thu, 25 May 2023 08:44:24 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=6273 Hydration bladders can be an essential part of staying hydrated while adventuring. But even if we only fill these water [...]

The post How To Clean A Hydration Bladder The Easy Way appeared first on She Explores The USA.]]> 6273 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2023/05/review-of-the-nemo-tensor-ultralight-insulated-sleeping-pad/ Mon, 08 May 2023 05:54:00 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=10094 Wondering if the NEMO Tensor sleeping pad is still a smart buy in 2025? I’ve been using their insulated model for […]

The post Which NEMO Tensor Sleeping Pad to Choose in 2026? appeared first on She Explores The USA.]]> 10094 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2023/04/why-should-you-invest-in-quality-backpacking-gear/ Thu, 27 Apr 2023 06:17:47 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=6135 Backpacking is a great way to reconnect with nature and has become more and more popular in recent years. However, one [...]

The post Backpacking Gear Buying Guide: Splurge or Save? appeared first on She Explores The USA.]]> 6135 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2023/04/my-favorite-photo-and-video-gear-must-have-items/ Fri, 21 Apr 2023 03:50:00 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=8593 I’ve always been the “Trigger Happy” one on group tours, the person who can’t resist snapping hundreds of shots a day. […]

The post My Favorite Photo And Video Gear for the Trail appeared first on She Explores The USA.]]> 8593 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/2023/03/best-adventure-gear-stuff-you-need-for-epic-adventures/ Tue, 21 Mar 2023 08:09:41 +0000 https://sheexplorestheusa.com/?p=5678 I've been camping and backpacking for several years now, and people often ask me about my favorite adventure gear, and if I [...]

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