Take a Hike!
Take a Hike!
along with her husband, Elliott. Together, they bring fresh energy and a deep, inherent understanding of outdoor recreation, cultivated from Emma literally growing up in the store.“ It’ s incredibly rewarding,” Emma explains.“ We help people gear up for incredible adventures, whether it’ s their first day hike or an extensive trek, and we love seeing them return excited and ready for their next outdoor challenge.”
One of The Mountain Goat’ s signature services is their expert footwear fitting services provided by their seasoned staff, including custom orthotic inserts tailored by appointment with Ron Houser.“ Footwear is the absolute foundation of any enjoyable hiking experience,” Anne emphasizes.“ Many Appalachian Trail hikers come to us midway through their journey experiencing foot pain, and we’ re able to fit them with Sole and Tread Labs orthotic inserts, providing significant relief.” For hiking shoes and boots, Emma highlights several standout models.“ For trail runners and fast hikers, the Hoka Speedgoat offers exceptional traction, stability, and comfort. For hikers needing greater durability and waterproofing, the Oboz Bridger Mid boot provides reliable protection and long-term comfort. Beyond footwear, The Mountain Goat offers a variety of hiking essentials. Osprey backpacks, particularly the Tempest and Talon series, are popular for their intuitive designs featuring integrated rain covers, comfortable hip belts with convenient pockets, and easy-access hydration systems. Mammut’ s Lithium packs are another favorite, well-regarded for their lightweight yet robust construction, suitable for day hikes and moderately intensive treks.
The shop also stocks essential trail snacks and nutrition products, including locally-made Battenkill Brittle, energy-rich Kate’ s Bars, and protein-packed waffles and gels ideal for quick refueling on the trail. Anne and Emma emphasize hydration as crucial for hikers, recommending products like Nalgene bottles, Hydro Flask insulated bottles, and convenient water filtration systems by Sawyer and Katadyn.
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