Our Favorite Gear
Our promise: We only review gear we use and what we’d recommend. Period.
When you’re on the trail – even if surrounded by a city – it’s important to be prepared with solid footwear, hydration, snacks, clothing, and more! The products below have all been tested by Chris Englert herself & are still in use for her outings today!
Holiday Gift Guide for Hikers and Walkers 2020 DenverByFoot
Holiday Gift Guide for Hikers and Walkers 2020 DenverByFoot Every year I compile my favorite gadgets and gear, use them, review them, and then recommend those that I think you can't live without. Whether these gifts are for you or for your hiking and walking friends,...
Chaco Odyssey Review–One Year Later
Chaco Odyssey Review--One Year Later I'm an avid urban hiker and trail trekker. I walk over 12000 steps every day, and I must wear a shoe that can work all day and also hike through the weekends. In the summer, when every one dons their open-toe Keen hiking sandals...
Where Should I Hike Denver Today?
Where Should I Hike Denver Today? Where should I hike in Denver today? I'm asked this question every day. It's followed by "Who Should I Hike With?" These are the two most popular questions posted on social media every day for hikers who want to hike in Denver, near...
Bombas Sock Review After Three Years!
Bombas Socks Product Review, Like No Other As with any new product, it's easy to write a positive review once you use it the first time. With socks, this is particularly true. But I put my Bombas to the test for three years, and here's my Bombas sock review. As an...
Korkers Product Review After One Year for Urban Hiking and Beyond
The Best Shoe Cleats for Hiking in Denver Hiking in snowy and icy conditions can be perilous. I've tried many cleats over the years, and I finally have a favorite that I trust after using them for two years. Here is my product review Korkers Ultra Ice Cleats. The...
5 Clever Gifts for Hikers
5 Clever Gifts for Hikers Finding a great gift for a hiker can be challenging. Most hikers already have their favorite boot, shoe or sandal. They probably already have their favorite backpack and way to carry water as well. So, what's a friend to do who has a hiker...
10 Ways to Use PB2 to Add Flavor to Your Food
PB2-My New Love I have fallen in love. PB2, in both its regular and chocolate flavors, has taken over my life. As a life long eater of peanut butter--and let's get this straight--peanut butter is peanuts and salt--I shed tears when I found out that the lifestyle I...
Outdoor Retailer Gear Review
Great Changes Coming to Outdoor Gear After being completely overwhelmed at the giant Outdoor Retailer's show in Denver this past weekend, I've emerged from the adrenaline fog. Three major themes jumped out of the Colorado Convention Center, and they're worth sharing...
5 Stocking Stuffer Gifts for Urban Hiker
What Gift Should You Get for your Urban Hiker? It seems all of my friends are urban hikers. They like to explore the sidewalks and trails around their city, and they need particular gear just for urban hiking. Here's what's on my list for the urban hikers in my life....
Avoiding Chub Rub When Walking or Hiking
How to Avoid Chub Rub. Chaffing. High Thigh Cry. You may not know it by its name, but most of us have it. It's the uncomfortable rubbing at the top of your thighs between your legs, below your girlie parts. You know, where your legs rub together producing chaffing and...
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