Wednesday, October 14
Browsing: Hiking & Backpacking
Hiking guides and trail-tested gear advice: how to pack a pack, choose boots and poles, train for elevation and pick the right kit for day hikes and thru-hikes.
Hiking boots are an essential piece of gear for anyone who enjoys exploring the great outdoors. They serve as the…
A hiking backpack should feel secure without hanging heavily from your shoulders, pinching your hips, or pulling you backward. The…
Properly fitting hiking shoes should feel secure without squeezing your feet. The heel should stay mostly in place, the midfoot…
Swollen or “sausage-like” fingers are a common surprise on long walks and hikes. In most cases, painless swelling in both…
Hiking boots can work with far more than trail pants and a rain jacket. The best outfits start with the…
Hiking can be as simple as a short walk on a familiar trail or as demanding as a full day…
Yes, you can fly with hiking poles, but the rules depend on the pole tips, the airport where you pass…
Seeing a moose on a hiking trail can be an unforgettable experience, but these large wild animals need plenty of…
Ticks are small arachnids that can spread illnesses such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, anaplasmosis, ehrlichiosis, and other…
Scrambling is what happens when a hike becomes steep and rocky enough that your hands become part of the movement.…
The best hiking pants depend on where you are going, what the weather may do, and how demanding the trail…
A safe hike starts before you reach the trail. Good footwear matters, but so do navigation, weather protection, extra food…