Affiliate Disclosure

Last updated: May 2026

Colorado United is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

When you click an affiliate link on our site and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. These commissions help fund the cost of running Colorado United and producing free trail guides and gear research.

How we recommend products

We only recommend gear we'd be comfortable suggesting to a friend planning a Colorado trip. Our editorial picks are not influenced by commission rates or brand relationships. Where we've been compensated specifically for a piece of content (e.g., sponsored posts), it's labeled clearly at the top of that post.

Other affiliate programs

In addition to Amazon Associates, Colorado United may participate in other affiliate programs from time to time (for example, REI, Backcountry, or outdoor brand partners). Any such relationships will be disclosed on the relevant pages.

Display advertising

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FTC compliance

This disclosure is provided in accordance with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.