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.
Budget Hiking Gear: A Skill-Building Guide for Beginners
Our definitive guide to budget hiking gear goes beyond lists. We teach you an expert's framework & share our top tested picks for beginners.
How to Poop in the Woods: The LNT Master Class
How to poop in the woods: Digging 6" deep in deserts is a mistake. Waste mummifies. Learn the "Solarization" method & WAG bag rules. [LNT Tips]
How to Find Hiking Partners: Vetting & Safety Guide
How to find hiking partners who won't leave you? 75% of rescues involve split groups. Use our "Hiking Resume" & Pace Math to filter risks. [Safety Protocol]
Volcano Hiking Tours: A Hiker’s Technical Skill Guide
Booking volcano hiking tours? Stop treating ash like granite. Learn the "Rest Step" & why N95 masks fail against sulfur gas. [Safety Protocol]
Snowshoe Sizing & Selection: A Hiker’s Data-Backed Guide
Stop guessing. This data-backed guide provides a proven sizing algorithm for how to choose snowshoes, ensuring you get the perfect pair the first time.
Urban Hiking Trails: Ultimate Route & Gear Guide
Hiking urban hiking trails? Don't wear heavy boots. Concrete acts like 60-grit sandpaper on lugs. Avoid the #1 footwear mistake causing knee pain (Guide).
A Flip-Flop Thru-Hike Framework: Plan for Any Trail
Why do flip-flop thru-hikes have a 57% success rate? Our data-backed guide unpacks the ATC-approved strategy for avoiding crowds and hiking smarter.
What Are Trail Angels? The Ultimate Etiquette & Safety Guide
What are trail angels? Relying on them is a rookie mistake. Learn the "Red Flag" checklist before getting in a stranger's car (Vetting Guide).
How to Use an Ice Axe: The Hiker’s Safety Guide
How to use an ice axe without injury. One crampon mistake causes ankle fractures. Learn the critical "Knees Up" rule before you slide. (Step-by-Step Photos)
What Is Heli Hiking? Logistics, Gear & Skill Essentials
What is heli hiking? Don't hit the 35lb weight wall. We explain the "Summer Paradox" & why hard-shell cases get rejected. (Pilot Safety Data)
