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Scrambling is the hands-on middle ground between hiking and rock climbing. You still travel through mountain or rocky terrain on…

Choosing between hiking shoes and running shoes for walking comes down mainly to where you plan to walk. A light,…

The right hiking pole length should let you walk with relaxed shoulders, a natural arm swing, and solid contact with…

Choosing what to wear hiking is mostly about staying dry, managing heat, and matching your clothing to the weather and…

What you wear hiking affects comfort, traction, temperature control, sun exposure, and how well you can respond when the weather…

How steep a hiking trail feels depends on more than total elevation gain. A short climb that gains hundreds of…

New hiking shoes should feel comfortable before you ever reach the trail. Breaking them in is mainly a way to…

Packing a hiking backpack well is about more than fitting everything inside. The goal is to carry the gear you…

Mud, grit, sweat, and moisture are normal parts of hiking, but leaving them on your boots can shorten the life…

Hiking sticks, more commonly called trekking poles, can make high-elevation hiking around Blue Lakes near Breckenridge, Colorado, more comfortable and…

Hiking is more than a pleasant way to spend time outdoors. Depending on the trail, pace, elevation gain, and pack…

Starting hiking does not require expert-level fitness or expensive gear. A good first hike begins with a trail that fits…