Whether you’re planning to tackle one of the 14ers or heading overseas to even higher elevations, it’s important to know how to prepare for high altitude hiking if you plan to head higher than where the human body is comfortable. Preparation is … [Continue reading]
Since their invention and an increase in the number of people taking up hiking, trail shoes, or hiking shoes, have seen their popularity explode. However, can they really replace the tried and tested, sturdy hiking boot or are they just another fad … [Continue reading]
Backpacking isn’t for everyone, but for many it’s the perfect way to detach from the world for a few days, leaving behind all the comforts and norms of day-to-day life to get some time to yourself, or with a few buddies, in the beauty, silence and … [Continue reading]
Once you know how to use backpack loops effectively, you can increase your backpack’s volume and prevent wet, smelly or dirty items from spoiling your clothes, sleeping bag and other gear. Backpack loops are a great way to carry extra items, yet … [Continue reading]
If you’ve got a trip coming up and you’re planning on covering some ground, either sightseeing, hiking or country hopping, a decent backpack is going to be indispensable. With a backpack, you’ll have your hands free for photos, messaging and … [Continue reading]
If you have recently purchased a new hydration bladder and are trying it out for the first time, you’ll might find that your new hydration bladder tastes like plastic. Hydration bladders often give water a slight plastic taste during the early … [Continue reading]
Choosing the best hiking boots for Yosemite can seem a little complicated. No doubt you’ve planned some hikes, picked out a few must-see landmarks, but maybe the boots you’ve seen seem a bit like overkill? Or perhaps you're concerned that your boots … [Continue reading]
Trekking poles and walking sticks (or staffs) both provide extra support and stability when you’re out on the trail. Opinion is often sharply divided over which one is the most advantageous, so let’s take a look at the two head to head, trekking pole … [Continue reading]
In the period between 2013-2016, nearly 12 million adults over 20 years old in the US had dangerously high cholesterol levels, with may more in the borderline high zone. Although progress is being made, cholesterol remains a problem for a huge … [Continue reading]