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Various summer hiking outfits

by admin on July 23, 2023 with No Comments
Summer Hiking Outfit Guide

When piecing together a summer hiking outfit, you need to consider more than just what will keep you cool. Summer is a lively time for mosquitos, ticks, and snakes. Poison ivy and poison … Read more.

Hiking Attire, Footwear, & Rain Gear, Tips & Tricks
KUHL Silencr Hiking Pants Review

by admin on December 9, 2021 with No Comments
Hike Better with the KUHL Silencr Pants

When first getting into hiking, it’s hard to justify spending almost $100 on a pair of hiking pants. But what about after having gained some experience? Is a good pair of hiking pants worth it … Read more.

Gear Reviews, Hiking Attire, Footwear, & Rain Gear
Hiker in hiking pants

by admin on June 4, 2021 with No Comments
The 5 Best Hiking Pants – Men’s and Women’s

Do not underestimate the value of a good pair of hiking pants. You do not need to spend $200 for a pair but taking time to research before making a purchase can … Read more.

Hiking Attire, Footwear, & Rain Gear
Man in hiking pants standing on a rock overlooking foggy mountains

by admin on March 18, 2020 with No Comments
Should you hike in pants or shorts?

Having the right clothes when you go hiking can be a major factor in how much enjoyment you get from your time outdoors. We need to dress in a way that will keep … Read more.

Hiking Attire, Footwear, & Rain Gear
Hiking in the Rain: Waterproof Boots

by admin on March 15, 2020 with No Comments
Do you need waterproof hiking boots?

If you are looking to get into hiking or backpacking, one of the first and most critical investments you will make is a pair of hiking footwear, whether that’s boots … Read more.

Hiking Attire, Footwear, & Rain Gear
Hiking in the Rain: A Guide to Staying Dry

by admin on February 9, 2020 with No Comments
Hiking in the Rain: A Guide to Staying Dry

If you spend enough days hiking, you’re bound to find yourself trekking through the rain at some point. Whether a light drizzle or a torrential downpour, you want to make sure … Read More

Hiking Attire, Footwear, & Rain Gear
Picture of a Saucony Peregrine 7 trail-running shoe used for hiking

by admin on August 23, 2019 with No Comments
How to make your hiking shoes more comfortable

Keeping our feet happy should be our top priority when it comes to hiking, you know, other than staying alive. If your feet get injured or are hurting, they won’t be able to get you where you’re going as comfortably, so ensuring that we have … Read More

Hiking Attire, Footwear, & Rain Gear

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