View this email in your browser Hi Friends! The whole CleverHiker team has been out taking advantage of the sunny weather and doing a lot of backpacking lately. We have a ton of long-term gear testing updates, new photos, and brand new content to share with you, so be sure to check our Gear Guides often for the latest! Don’t forget to look up while you’re out on your adventures this month, because the Perseid meteor shower is in full swing and will continue through August 26th. We’ve seen some really cool sky action between 10 p.m. and 12 a.m., but the best time to see the meteors is in the hours before dawn. As always, thanks for following, and make sure to hit us up on social media. - CleverHiker Team Three Fingered Jack Loop Backpacking Trip Guide This route around Three Fingered Jack offers nearly unending mountain and lake views. You’ll get up close and personal with Three Fingered Jack and catch glimpses of the surrounding Cascade volcanoes. Best Dog Backpacks There’s nothing like venturing into the backcountry with your best four-legged buddy. Having your pooch carry their own equipment in a dog backpack will not only take the weight off your back, but it can also give them a fun job to do. Sea to Summit Telos TR2 Review The Sea to Summit Telos TR2 is an innovative tent with a lot of unique features to love. It has more headroom than any 2-person backpacking tent in its weight class, which makes it feel a lot more livable than many others. Best Hammocks Hammocks are a super fun way to elevate your lounging game. Whether you’re looking for a whole setup for backpacking, something comfy for car camping, or a luxury hammock for relaxing in the backyard, we’ve got you covered. 14 Tips for Hiking & Backpacking with a Dog Our four-legged friends are always down for adventure, and they’re the most enthusiastic hiking partners we could ask for. But dogs require extra attention and care to make sure the experience is safe and enjoyable. Best Backpacking Tents A great tent makes all the difference in the backcountry. But when you’re in the market for a new tent, you’ll quickly find that there are A LOT of options out there with a ton of specs to compare. In this guide, we’ll help you find the tent of your dreams. GEAR PICK OF THE WEEK Black Diamond Spot 350 The Black Diamond Spot 350 has been a tried and true favorite of hikers and climbers for years. The newest model has a longer burn time and an even brighter LED than ever. It’s sleek, comfortable, and stays the brightest for the longest out of any of the headlamps we tested. We highly recommend this feature-rich, high-quality headlamp, and we think its price point makes it an exceptional value buy compared to the competition. Check it out on our Best Headlamps guide. View at REI Copyright © 2020 CleverHiker, All rights reserved. Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. Some of the links on this page are affiliate links, which means we may receive a modest commission if purchases are made through those links. This adds no cost to our readers and helps us keep our site up and running. Our reputation is our most important asset, which is why we only provide completely honest and unbiased recommendations.