Gear Archives

Discover three powerful new features in the FarOut app—filter and flag comments, and report waypoints to improve your trail experience.

April 15, 2025

Before you head out on your next adventure, we recommend going through this checklist while you have wifi or cell service.

February 15, 2024

FarOut’s new Water Status feature compiles recent water reports from users to help you evaluate water availability at a glance.

October 20, 2023

We have some tips and tricks to help you use the FarOut app to its full capability. Check them out and learn something new!

September 12, 2023

Do you have someone who loves backpacking or is planning a thru-hike next year? Give them a gift that they can use on their next outdoor adventure!

December 8, 2022

Give the Gift of FarOut this holiday season! We have trail guides for every type of hiker, backpacker, paddler, or outdoors-lover on your list.

November 29, 2022

Here are some helpful tips to prevent getting bit by a mosquito and what to do if you become a victim of this mean little blood sucking machine.

September 14, 2022

Before you leave for your next thru-hike or backpacking trip, assemble a lightweight and inexpensive repair kit to take with you. Just in case!

September 14, 2022

We tested four commonly used fire tinder options that are easy to find around your house, and discovered which is the best for starting a fire.

August 12, 2022

If all of your tinder is wet, it might be time to open a bag of chips (a.k.a. crisps). We tested 7 different chips to see which worked best.

August 12, 2022