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.
Smartphone Photography Tips for Day Hikers Field-Tested
Stop getting flat mountain shots. These smartphone photography tips for day hikers use the upside-down lens trick for massive depth. [Guide]
How to Manage Foot Care on a Thru Hike (My Daily...
Injinji liners + Darn Tough + Leukotape. Need to know how to manage foot care on a thru hike? This 3-step daily routine prevents trench foot. [Guide]
How to Plan a Route Using Contour Lines and Save Your...
Don't trust the app. Learn how to plan a route using contour lines, completely avoid 7x bodyweight braking forces, and save your knees [120-Step Method].
How to Master Group Hiking Leadership Without Being a Jerk
Deploy the CFOR model and the Alpine Pace. I break down the group hiking leadership and communication skills you need to manage a 15-person crew (safely).
Hiking Gear for Hot Humid Climates What to Skip
After 100+ swampy hikes in the Southeast, I dropped Gore-Tex. My hiking gear for hot humid climates relies on airflow + polyester [Field Guide]
Tested Night Hiking Headlamps & Nav Tips
Stop draining your visual purple with bright white beams. This field-tested night hiking guide, headlamp navigation tips & [100m pacing] prevent panic.
How to Report Illegal Trail Activity Safely
Don't call the 1-800 number. Here is exactly how to report trail damage or illegal activity to the local district using the 5-point checklist [Guide].
How to Give and Receive Trail Magic Without Being a Jerk
I've hauled out ruined coolers left by well-meaning folks. Get trail magic explained, how to give and receive respectfully (and skip Norovirus traps).
Best Hikes in Iceland Ring Road No Tourist Traps
Múlagljúfur Canyon (5.8km) + Stuðlagil East Bank (6km). I mapped the technical coordinates for the best hikes in Iceland Ring Road stops. [Guide]
How to Read Snow Conditions for Safe Travel
15 years guiding winter routes in the Rockies. That whumpf nearly changed everything. Here's the snow-reading protocol I run every time.
