Ben got his start in the outdoor industry as a guide for backpacking, cycling, and canoeing trips throughout northern New England and maritime Canada. He has led many groups through Maine’s 260 miles of the Appalachian Trail, including the Saddleback and Bigelow mountain ranges, as well as the 100-mile wilderness. He has paddled the Magalloway and Androscoggin rivers and Lake Umbagog, and has led cycling tours, logging thousands of miles through Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and Nova Scotia on extended self-supported adventures.
His personal adventures include thru-hikes of the Long, Pacific Crest, Oregon Coast, and Colorado trails, as well as innumerable weekend trips in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Both his personal passion for and professional pursuits in the outdoors and have required countless hours of gear research and field use. He is endlessly grateful for his experiences in the natural world and considers them to be some of the most formative and transformative experiences of his life.
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Ben Applebaum-Bauch
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10 Best Rain Jackets of 2024
If wet weather is keeping you cooped up inside, get your hands on a top-ranked wet weather winner from our lineup of...Best Hiking Gear of 2024
Our experts list our favorite hiking gear picks so you can have the best experience on the trail.The Ultimate Backpacking Gear Checklist for 2024
If you are gearing up for backpacking, our comprehensive backpacking list will keep you on track.The Ultimate Camping Gear Checklist for 2024
Looking for the best camping gear on the market? Waste no time and get in here to see the best of the best when it...Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2024
We've done the homework on men's hiking boots, buying the most popular models, hiking many miles on varied terrain...10 Best Backpacks of 2024
We're always looking for the best backpacks to fuel our adventures. We tested hundreds of models this year and these...Best Hiking Pants of 2024
This side-by-side hiking pants review looks at pairs that are light and airy, as well as heavy and durable, for hiking...Best Camping Blankets of 2024
Want to stay cozy by the campfire? We do too. We purchased 11 of the best camping blankets available on the market for...Best Backpacking Chair of 2024
Have you been stumped by the quest for a comfortable backcountry seat for your rump? We gathered data on over fifty of...Top Pick
REI Co-Op Camp Wrap Review
This blanket is simple and highly practical. With a built-in hood and snap closure, it's great for all types of...Best Gaiters of 2024
We tested a dozen pairs of the top gaiters on the market to help you choose which ones to take on your next trail run...Best Hiking Shorts of 2024
Hiking shorts are an essential piece of equipment for spring and summer adventures. We buy and test the best...10 Best Fleece Jackets of 2024
Over the last 10 years, we've bought and tested over 124 fleece jackets to bring you the best options on the market...Best Fleece Jackets for Men of 2024
Looking for a new fleece for the colder months? We purchased the top 17 fleece jackets and rigorously tested them to...Editors' Choice
Patagonia R1 Air Full-Zip Hoody Review
Threading a perfect line between technical ability and comfortable fashion, the R1 Air provides a fleece with...
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