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Nathan Sports makes a wide array of awesome, high quality outdoor gear that I have always been impressed with. So when I had a chance to test out both the Pinnacle 4 and Pinnacle 12 up next to each other I jumped on the idea. I was surprised to find how different each of these …
Nathan Sports Pinnacle 4 vs 12: Which hydration vest is best for you?Read More
Let me start by saying Swiftwick is one of the most sought after sock companies in the world. These Swiftwick socks are made from a blend of nylon, polyester and spandex, which provides comfort for all day use. Swiftwick’s Rocky Mountain National Parks socks offer an excellent way to show your support for America’s National …
A Review of Swiftwick’s Rocky Mountain Vision Six Impression National Parks SocksRead More
Jeans, the durable pants made of denim, are common in today’s fashion and are known for the ruggedness and reliability. Many tradesmen, like carpenters and plumbers, rely on their jeans to hold up after hours of hard work. They come in a variety of styles with different levels of comfort that often can comprise their …
Jeans vs Hiking: Should you be wearing jeans while hiking?Read More
When you think of backpacking, you probably think of large, cumbersome backpacks carrying everything from a tent to cooking equipment to food and water. The more weight the backpacker has to carry, the more energy he or she has to expend in order to unpack, repack and move gear. This can use up valuable time …
What is lightweight backpacking? [4 Steps To Be One]Read More
While you are hiking, you cannot rely on modern day technology too much, so you should be prepared to fend for yourself. This list of the 10 hiking essentials is a guide on a few of the things that you should take on every hike away from civilization, whether that be a short weekend hike …
You’ve finally decided to bring your loving kitty to your favorite pastime – hiking. But because you’re a responsible pet owner, you first want to find out all the perils and find as many tips as you can, and that’s where we come in. For the hiking experience to be truly enjoyable for both parties, …
Hiking With Your Cat | Choosing The Right Gear & TrailsRead More
Carrying everything you need to camp on your back while backpacking is a liberating experience. However, you do need to be mindful of the compounded effect of carrying a lot of weight on your back for days at a time. As a result, you will want to make sure your tent is lightweight, and you …
Here Is The Right Weight For A Backpacking tent [With 4 Examples]Read More
Keeping dry during a hike is of utmost importance. No matter how good your waterproof jacket is, somehow rain manages to find its way through, especially if you are caught in a downpour all day. A hiking umbrella may not look cool, but it does give you an added layer of protection against the elements. …
