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The Dispatch

Trip reports, gear guides, and buying advice from our Guides: the runners, climbers, and backpackers who work in our stores.

Spring Weekend Reset: How to Plan a Low-Stress Day Outside That Actually Feels Good

The Dispatch team

Four Grivet staffers who log the miles, pitch the tents, and write up what actually works.

Ultrarunner with six Western States finishes. Writes about trail shoes, race prep, and gear that goes the distance.

Thru-hiker and tent obsessive. Tests packs, stoves, and sleep systems from the Appalachian to the Ouachita.

Fit specialist. Obsessed with merino, layering systems, and how clothes perform in Southeast humidity.

Trad climber and certified guide. Translates climbing jargon into buying advice that actually helps.