About Us Independent Outdoor Journalism & Technical Gear Testing.
Headquarters: Boulder, Colorado
Our Organization

About Hiking Guide Review

Founded in 2018 in Boulder, Colorado, Hiking Guide Review was created to deliver uncompromising, battle-tested outdoor evaluations. We bridge the gap between technical gear specs and real-world backcountry survival.

Unbiased & Retail-Sourced Gear

We do not accept free promotional samples from manufacturers to prevent bias. Our field editors purchase every cooler, backpack, and boot directly from retail outlets like Dick's Sporting Goods and REI using our editorial testing budget.

Our reviews evaluate products on 5 core axes: Thermal Efficiency, Abrasion Resistance, Ergonomics, Repairability, and Overall Value.

100%
Independent Budget
1,250+
Products Lab Tested
700+
Dick's Retail Stores Tracked
2018
Year Established
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