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Van Life

Van Life Manual - Part 5: The unglamorous stuff like parking, showers, toilets & more

Van Life Manual - Part 5- The unglamorous stuff like parking, showers, toilets & more
News & Stories

Path Projects launches the Saguaro Hat: Built for Heat, Designed for Hustle

Path Projects Saguaro Hat review
Roundups

The Best Running Shorts For Men, Right Now

The Best Running Shorts For Men, Right Now
Van Life

Van Life Manual – Part 4: Full-time vs. part-time van life

Van Life Manual Part 4 - full time vs part time
Reviews

The Knog Bilby Run 400 Is The Brightest Little Beast on the Trail

Knog Bilby Run 400 review
Van Life

Van Life Manual – Part 3: How much does van life cost?

Van Life Manual Part 3 - How much does van life cost
Reviews

BOTE Hangout Water Hammock (7ft) review

BOTE Hangout Water Hammock (7ft) review
Reviews

HOKA Challenger 8 Road To Trail Running Shoes Review

Hoka Challenger 8 Review
Food & Drink

Tailwind Recovery Mix launches new Strawberry flavor with boosted muscle support

Tailwind Recovery Mix launches new Strawberry flavor with boosted muscle support
Reviews

Salomon Aero Glide 3 GRVL Running Shoes Review

Salomon Aero Glide 3 GRVL review
Reviews

Ooni Pizza Oven Review: Making Backyard Pizzas With The Ooni Karu 16

Ooni Pizza Oven Review KARU 16
Pets

Fi Dog Collar Review: A GPS Dog Collar For Active Dogs

Fi Dog Collar Review Series 3 by Trail and Kale 1

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Danner N45 Mid GTX hiking boots review: the “trail runner” hiking boot Danner needed

Danner N45 Mid GTX hiking boots review
Reviews

HOKA Transport 2 review: the everyday shoe that can effortlessly leave the sidewalk

HOKA Transport 2 review
Reviews

Nike Fly cooling cap review: does the ice-pocket hat really work?

Nike Fly cooling cap review

Food & Drink

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Food & Drink

The Best Greens Powder Drinks, Right Now

The Best Greens Powder Drinks, Right Now
Food & Drink

Pure Synergy Organic Superfood Powder Review

Pure Synergy Organic Superfood Powder Review
Food & Drink

Pure Synergy just released an ocean-sourced magnesium and I’m already loving it

Pure Synergy Vital Ocean Magnesium review

Roundups

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Roundups

HOKA vs On Cloud Running Shoes: Which Is Best for You? (The Ultimate Comparison)

HOKA VS On Cloud Running Shoes A Trail and Kale Guide 2024
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Roundups

The Best Running Rain Jackets, Right Now

The Best Running Rain Jackets 2026
Roundups

The Best Running Headlamps: Lightweight, Comfortable, Bounce-Free Visibility

The Best Running Headlamps 2026

Gift Guides

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News & Stories

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas For Outdoorsy Couples (His & Hers)

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas For Outdoorsy Couples (His & Hers)
News & Stories

18 Best Gifts For Outdoorsy People In 2026

18 Best Gifts For Outdoorsy People In 2026
News & Stories

20 Best Gifts for Runners 2026 – Tested Trail & Road Gear That Actually Gets Used

The Best Gifts For Runners 2025 updated

Our Writers

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Alastair Dixon

Alastair Dixon

848 articles

Hey, I'm Alastair, founder of Trail & Kale. I’m passionate about writing quality, honest gear reviews, and exploring the latest health & wellness trends. Visit our about page to learn more about me and our team of experts.
Helen

Helen

287 articles

I’m Helen, co-founder of Trail & Kale. I’m here for the practical side of getting outside: thoughtful gear picks, simple wellness habits, and stories that make everyday adventure feel more accessible.
Kepler

Kepler

16 articles

Hi, I'm Kepler, the official adventure dog of Trail & Kale! I'm a frisky border collie pup with a love of life, frisbees, and dirt. I write about dog gear and the essence of being an adventure dog :)
Sebastian

Sebastian

3 articles

As a 2.5-year-old adventurer new expert to walking, I bring a toddler’s perspective to gear reviews. I’m here to help fellow tiny explorers and their parents find the best shoes and outdoor gear for big adventures.