I have mentioned the key point of this post in other posts before but it was illustrated to me again last Sunday while I was out hiking. First off, I should state that I think technology is a fantastic navigation aid for helping you establish your … [Continue reading]
I was out hiking last Sunday and it was a cold Winter’s day. The first snows had finally fallen after our unseasonal warm period throughout December. It was bizarrely mild in many parts of the world, that are typically much cooler in December, I … [Continue reading]
So, we're a few days into 2016 and with the champagne drank and some sore heads, no doubt, nursed back to health again, it's that time of year where things tend to get that bit quieter. January is always a good time to take a step back and … [Continue reading]
Today I want to take a closer look at a pair of hiking shoes I bought recently, the Lowa Men's Renegade II GTX Lo Hiking Shoes. I've been wearing them about 4 to 5 weeks now and overall I have been very pleased with them to date. Lowa Men's … [Continue reading]
Wow, it's hard to believe another year has gone by and it's Christmas time again! I have to say I am proud of myself this year, I got all my gifts sorted out well in time so I have been very organized. with 3 days to go to the big day, I can kick … [Continue reading]
Well, it's that time of year again and Christmas is upon us. As we wrap up the year and reflect on all that was in it, we also start to give an eye to the year ahead and what goals we may want to achieve, or things we may want to do, etc. At the … [Continue reading]
OK, so the title in this post is a bit disingenuous :-) not to be trying to trick anyone or anything of course but the point I want to make is that, realistically, there is no such thing as 'The Best' hiking Boots. That is, in a nutshell, what is … [Continue reading]
Have you ever had a pair of hiking boots or shoes, which after using for a while, you notice that the tongue starts to slip to the side? If you're not sure what I mean, check the photo out below of an old pair of Scarpa boots I have. See what I … [Continue reading]
OK, today I thought it might be useful to take a closer look at a common problem many hikers can experience when hiking on the trail. As noted on many occasions throughout the site, your hiking boots are a critical part of your hiking gear. I … [Continue reading]