Best Gloves for 14ers | My Advice & Recommendations

By |2023-01-14T18:15:08+00:00January 13th, 2023|Gear Recommendations|

A pair of gloves can be very helpful while hiking or climbing a 14er, for a number of different reasons. First, most 14ers involve at least some sections of scrambling where you use [...]

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What Gear Do I Need to Hike a 14er? Try My Free 14er Checklist.

By |2023-01-11T19:09:32+00:00January 11th, 2023|Gear Recommendations|

Hiking a 14er can be a challenging and rewarding experience. However, it's important to have the right gear to ensure that you have a safe and enjoyable hike. In this article, we'll go [...]

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Crampons vs Microspikes for 14ers | What’s the Best Choice?

By |2022-12-31T23:22:01+00:00December 31st, 2022|Gear Recommendations|

During the winter, slick snow and ice make hiking more challenging. Using a traction device reduces your risk of falling by improving your boot grip on slippery surfaces. However, you have many options [...]

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Winter Hiking Layers Guide: What to Wear for Winter Fourteeners

By |2022-12-03T21:59:55+00:00November 6th, 2022|Gear Recommendations, Mountaineering Advice|

The temperature on a fourteener in January can drop to -30 degrees Fahrenheit, and that isn’t even taking wind chill into account. In such a cold environment, dressing warm isn’t just an issue [...]

Does Boost Oxygen Help With Altitude Sickness on 14ers? It’s a Brazen Scam.

By |2023-02-08T08:14:39+00:00May 29th, 2022|Gear Recommendations|

If you've shopped at a Colorado grocery store or gas station this year, you've probably seen it: A little green and silver can with the words Boost Oxygen clearly visible on the can. [...]

Best Gaiters for 14ers | Five Great Recommendations

By |2023-01-02T03:49:22+00:00March 11th, 2021|Gear Recommendations|

Deep snow is a hiking nightmare without the right gear. With each step you take, more snow gets in your boots and melts into your socks. It doesn’t take long to end up [...]

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