Alfredo Ramses
Founder and Lead Editor of The Hiking Tribe. I've spent over a decade researching hiking gear, trail conditions, and backcountry techniques—working with our network of field testers to find what actually performs on the trail. I don't just write about hiking; I obsess over the details so you can focus on the summit, not the gear. Every trail guide and product recommendation here has been vetted, tested, and debated before it earns a spot.
Best Urban Hiking Trails in the US: The Field Guide
Urban hiking trails carry risks. Why GORE-TEX liners cook feet on pavement. The specific "Headphones Rule" for survival. [Safety Data]
The Triple Crown of Hiking: A Lifetime Progression Plan
Triple Crown of Hiking: It costs $30k & breaks athletes. We map the AT -> PCT -> CDT progression. Avoid the new PCT border trap. (Guide)
Yosemite Decimal System: A Hiker’s Guide to Risk
Misreading the Yosemite Decimal System causes rescues. Learn the fatal gap between Class 3 scrambling & the Class 4 "Death Zone." (Safety 101)
What Is Slackpacking? Logistics, Gear & Pros vs Cons
What is slackpacking? Purists call it "cheating," but biomechanics prove it saves knees. We compare 3 methods (Key Swap vs Shuttle) & real costs.
Snake Bite While Hiking: The Walk Out vs. Wait Protocol
Study on what to do if bitten by a snake while hiking: Suction kits remove <2% of venom (Useless). Use the "Sharpie Method" instead. [MD Guide]
How to Create a GPX File: The Ultimate Hiker’s Guide
How to create a GPX file? Stop exporting "Routes." They cause "Straight Line Syndrome" off-road. Build exact Tracks. [Field Tested Method]
How to Calculate Hiking Time: Naismith & TAT Guide
Learning how to calculate hiking time? Naismith’s Rule fails on rough trails. We used the "Langmuir Correction" to fix the math. [Field Proven]
3 Season vs 4 Season Tent: Trail Selection Guide
This definitive 3 season vs 4 season tent guide analyzes the core anatomy, pole physics, and real-world trade-offs for a perfect trail match.
Gear Strategy: Approach Shoes or Hiking Shoes for Your Pack?
The definitive guide to choosing between hiking and approach footwear. Our expert framework analyzes grip & support to match the right shoe to your mission.
Goodyear Welt vs Cemented: A Trail Performance Analysis
The definitive trail analysis of Goodyear welt vs cemented. Discover why the real debate isn't stitches vs glue, but PU vs EVA midsoles and failure modes.
