When you spend all day in the mountains, there’s nothing worse than poorly-fitting clothing. But, with so many different hiking shorts on the market today, it can be tricky to find just one pair that’s right for your next adventure. While hiking shorts might seem simple, there’s a lot of work that goes into choosing …
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After living in both the Utah and Arizona deserts, I’ve learned the importance of having proper sun protective gear. Of the most vital pieces of sun gear I own is a sun hat. When hiking, biking, running, or just hanging out, enjoying the sun rays, your face, head, neck, and ears are all very susceptible …
The outdoor gear market is a huge and rapidly expanding world. The price difference between seemingly similar pieces of gear can often be confusing, and many people opt for the more expensive option thinking that they are getting a better value. However, there are plenty of places to find top-brand and excellent quality discount (and …
We all need a good laugh sometimes. But, what’s better to laugh at than some funny hiking quotes? Here’s 33 funny hiking quotes to use on your hiking buddies or for your Instagram captions: 1. “A crude meal, no doubt, but the best of all sauces is hunger.” – Edward Abbey 2. “Never follow someone else’s path unless …
Hawaii is an otherworldly paradise filled with a myriad of mountains, sweeping valleys and crystal blue waters. Thousands of years of volcanic activity have given rise to dramatic landscapes just waiting to be explored: and there are hundreds of hiking trails to allow you to do so. So, which Hawaiian island is best for hiking? …
Hiking in the dark may seem like a counter-intuitive idea – isn’t the best part about hiking the spectacular views, after all? Night hiking can actually be one of the most beautiful ways to encounter the landscape: taking in the sounds of the dark and opening your eyes to the stars above. It is a …
If you’re in the market for a new pair of boots, you may have come across a handful of different options that are labeled for “mountaineering” instead of hiking. Since these shoes look a lot like fancy hiking boots, you may be wondering if there’s actually a distinction between mountaineering and hiking boots or if …
From novice hikers to advanced, our clothing choices can make or break our hiking experience. Knowing the best clothes for outdoor activities can be hard to gauge, especially if you haven’t done much hiking in the past. We are not going to go over what you should wear in this article. Instead, we are focusing …
High altitude hiking is a rewarding experience. You have a chance to get above the treeline and see extensive valley views. Plus, the good news is that even if you aren’t an expert mountaineer, you can still hike to the top of some amazing high altitude peaks. The top 10 high altitude hikes that we …
To carry trekking poles or not is an interesting gear decision to have to make. For most situations, they are far from being an item of necessity on the trail. It really does just come down to personal preference combined with a great deal of trial and error. At the beginning of my own personal …