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link to Why do Hikers use Walking Sticks? (And When Should You?)

Why do Hikers use Walking Sticks? (And When Should You?)

When you picture a hiker in your mind, or if you've ever drawn one, odds are you added a walking stick into his hand. If you've gone hiking though, you probably haven't used a walking stick unless...

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link to Car Camping Foam Mattresses (Of Your Dreams)

Car Camping Foam Mattresses (Of Your Dreams)

An air mattress is great for the occasional overnight trip or even a weekend, but what you save on storage space you sacrifice on comfort. It's already hard enough sleeping in an unfamiliar, often...

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link to Should Hikers Carry Guns? (You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out)

Should Hikers Carry Guns? (You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out)

Lions and Tigers and Bears, oh my! The woods have pretty much always been a place of beauty, peace, and solitude. That solitude though can lead to feelings of being unsafe due to things like wild...

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link to Do Boots Loosen Over Time? 5 Steps to Get the Perfect Fit

Do Boots Loosen Over Time? 5 Steps to Get the Perfect Fit

Boots are unique footwear that often hold a very specific utilitarian approach in your closet and life. Getting the fit right is important, whether they're cowboy boots, hiking boots, leather dress...

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link to Can Nike Running Shoes be Used for Hiking? Read this FIRST

Can Nike Running Shoes be Used for Hiking? Read this FIRST

If you hit any popular hiking trailhead throughout the US, or even the world, you're guaranteed to see people hiking in Nike running shoes. They're comfortable and breathe well, and are a pretty good...

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link to Why are Hiking Socks Important? 7 Things Regular Socks Can’t Do

Why are Hiking Socks Important? 7 Things Regular Socks Can’t Do

Of all of the injuries hikers can expect to face in the backcountry, the most common definitely occur on their feet. Blisters, thorns, and stubbed toes, not to mention frostbite or trenchfoot, can...

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