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.
Hydration packs have become a must-have accessory but there is so much choice it is bewildering.
Luckily we have been testing and recommend these >>
If you are looking to save on a CamelBak then this H20 pack looks like a great value alternative.
But how will it hold up on the trail? Find out here >>
The Outdoor Products Cyclone is a 2 liter hydration bladder. So how does it stack up in this competitive area of the market?
Find out here >>
At first glance, the High Sierra Longshot 70 Hydration Pack looks like a versatile and good value daypack.
But how does it cope with some hardcore hiking?
A safe and comfortable hike means taking along a core list of essential hiking gear.
In this article, we go over these core items and what to look out for >>
The Outdoor Products Mist Hydration Pack is well priced and has plenty of storage.
So let's find out how it fares when we get it out on a day hike >>
The Camelbak Men's HydroBak is lightweight, holds a good amount of water, and looks great.
So let's see how it performs in the wild >>
A multi-tool or fixed blade hiking knife is a must-have piece of equipment while in the wilderness.
Here are some tips on what they are used for >>
Being prepared includes taking a hiking first aid kit. But what should you take and what can you leave at home?
Read on to find out more >>
Hiking packs come in a wide variety of styles and sizes and with different features or capabilities.
These are the most common types and their uses >>
You can cook on an open fire, but there are several stoves that do not involve fruitlessly trying to light damp twigs.
We look at the most common types >>
The best backpacking water filters are easy-to-use, lightweight, and gets you drinkable water on the go.
See our choice of the best of the breed here >>
