Rocky Talkie Review: The Best Two-Way Radio for 14ers
Most Search and Rescue missions in the mountains begin this way: "Our group decided to split up." When you leave your partners behind on a fourteener it leaves you in much greater risk [...]
Colorado Hiking Boots: The 3 Best Options in 2022
In the rugged state of Colorado, hiking boots are an essential piece of gear. Whether you plan to climb a fourteener in the front range or explore a canyon on the western slope, [...]
Does Boost Oxygen Help With Altitude Sickness on 14ers? It’s a Brazen Scam.
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 Options
During the winter and spring in Colorado, the mountains can see seven feet or more of snowfall in a single storm! Significant amounts of snow are the norm on most fourteeners into June [...]
The 9 Best 14er Guide Books and Maps for Colorado
Information is everything when planning a 14er hike or climb. Without good beta (first-hand info and data) on the route you wish to take, the risk of an accident rises significantly. There are [...]
Best Helmets for 14ers | Protecting Your Head
Class 1 and 2 mountains don’t have enough technical terrain to make wearing a helmet worth while. However, once you make the transition to class 3 and 4 routes, a helmet becomes critically [...]
Best Headlamps for 14ers | 5 Great Options
Starting early is critically important for 14ers to avoid afternoon thunderstorms. It often means starting your hike in the dark of early dawn. A good headlamp will help you stay on route and [...]
Personal Locator Beacons for 14ers | 6 Great Options
The Colorado mountains are an objectively dangerous place to explore. Even with the best preparation and gear, the chance of an accident or injury is always there. Especially if you’re climbing peaks alone, [...]
What Gear Do I Need to Hike a 14er? Try My Free 14er Checklist.
Climbing a Colorado 14er is an exciting adventure with great summit views to enjoy. However, as you think about a hike you might wonder, "What gear do I need to hike a 14er?" [...]
Best Snowshoes for 14ers
If you're hiking or climbing 14ers in winter months here in Colorado, snowshoes are often a necessity. The Rocky Mountains are blanketed in a thick layer of snow, sometimes into June or July. [...]
