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Brands to take on a hike

In 2023, I took a break from writing Thingtesting stories to hike the Appalachian Trail! Here's a list of some of the brands I took with me, plus others I'd recommend for shorter hikes. If you're super curious, you can see every item I started my hike with here: https://lighterpack.com/r/ojum1a

DAME.

4.8 • 6 Reviews

DAME. makes period products that provide relief for your body and the planet.

Miss Grass

4.8 • 8 Reviews

Miss Grass sells flower and pre-roll CBD and THC products focused on conscious consumption.

Thrunotes

Thrunotes makes a range of waterproof, tearproof, and recyclable notebooks for all outdoor activities.

Plink!

4.3 • 83 Reviews

Plink! transforms any glass of water into a refreshing drink.

Supergoop!

4.5 • 2,518 Reviews

Supergoop! makes a range of protective SPF skincare products using safe, clean, and vegan formulas.

Cosmik

1.0 • 1 Review

Cosmik makes high quality freeze dried ice cream with zero artificial ingredients and no corn syrup.

Dripkit

4.6 • 5 Reviews

Dripkit sells ready-to-brew farm to cup coffee packs.

Parks Project

4.3 • 3 Reviews

Parks Project creates and sells quality goods that help fund projects in a U.S. national park.

Cure Hydration

4.5 • 25 Reviews

Cure Hydration creates a tasty, daily electrolyte drink mixed with coconut water.

Anthem Snacks

5.0 • 4 Reviews

Anthem Snacks is a premium, veteran-owned meat snack company.

Funky Fat Foods

5.0 • 7 Reviews

Funky Fat Foods makes a functional high-fat low-carb chocolate.

ōku

5.0 • 2 Reviews

Oku makes a natural energy gummies from organic ingredients.

Muddy Bites

4.4 • 150 Reviews

Muddy Bites makes crunchy mini waffle cones filled with milk and dark chocolate, offering the best part of an ice cream cone in snack size.

Teva

4.3 • 26 Reviews

TEVA creates a variety of sandals designed for both fashion and comfort.

alder apparel

4.5 • 2 Reviews

alder apparel makes outdoor recreation apparel for women with inclusive sizing, community-informed design, and sustainable production.

Season Three

3.0 • 2 Reviews

Season Three makes outdoor lifestyle heritage footwear for a new generation.

GOODLES

4.4 • 372 Reviews

Goodles makes nutrient-packed, high protein and high fiber box mac n cheese in a variety of delicious flavors.

Toodaloo

3.7 • 15 Reviews

Toodaloo makes a variety of trail mixes packed with superfoods and infused with adaptogenic herbs to heal the body.

Omsom

4.4 • 177 Reviews

Omsom makes individual seasoning packets with the essential flavors and spices needed to cook authentic, high quality Asian dishes.

Hoka

4.4 • 148 Reviews

Hoka creates comfortable and lightweight running shoes.

Icebreaker

5.0 • 1 Review

Icebreaker makes a range of performance clothing using natural merino wool.

Bridgedale

Bridgedale makes a collection of comfortable, durable, and breathable socks for various sports and activities.

Senchi Designs

Senchi Designs makes ultralight, breathable jackets and accessories made from polyester fleece.

OMM

OMM makes technical clothing and equipment for runners along mountain trails.

Alpkit

Alpkit makes a collection of outdoor equipment and apparel for climbers and adventurers.

Atom Packs

5.0 • 1 Review

Atom Packs makes custom ultralight backpacks for any outdoor adventure.