Your Hiking Guide
While hiking is essentially a very simple pursuit, there is a wide variety of hiking gear and equipment that makes their treks safer and more enjoyable
From backpacks and tents to water bottles and boots. This section provides information about the various pieces of hiking gear that you'll come across.
Whether you want to protect your knees or turn your hike into a full body workout, trekking poles could be the the thing for you.
Learn how they work, what are their advantages and disadvantages, as well as recommendations for choosing your own pair of trekking poles here!
Hikers need a rucksack to carry all your equipment with you. But there are so many options out there
Find out what kind of backpack is best for your needs here
Learn about the different features of survival knives and how they can help you on your next backpacking trip.
Also, discover what you need to know about the various types of hiking tools and how each is best suited for different situations as well as their safety features
Learn the pros and cons of a variety of hiking GPS devices, from handheld to smartphone apps so you can decide what's best for you.
Learn about watches that have a built in hiking gps receiver with maps too.
Hydrating while hiking is essential to your experience.
Learn about the different types of hydration equipment available for use on short or long hikes.
Lamps & flashlights are essential gear for any hiker.
This article offers suggestions on what to look for in a flashlight, headlamp or lamp when you go out into the great outdoors.
Learn about key features, types, and factors to consider in your GPS devices for accurate navigation and hiking adventures >>
The first question to consider when deciding on trekking poles is carbon fiber or aluminum?
But what are the differences? Find out here >>
Whether you are heading out for a day hike or a massive thru-hike, it’s essential that you have the right hiking backpack.
These are our picks >>
The choice of GPS watches has exploded in the last few years.
However this can be a bit baffling. So we have picked out our favorites >>
