In this article, I will take a look at the best cheap power banks/cheap portable chargers. Whether you will use these for regular indoor use or you will use them on your next hiking trip, these products are amazing value for money! I have tried many power banks over the years, these are my favorite …
In this article I will discuss the best headphones for hiking. I will cover headphones and earbuds – both wired and Bluetooth version. Before making my selection I considered the following factors: price, comfort, durability, fit, ease of use, battery life, sweat-resistance, etc. What to look for in headphones for hiking Let me start by …
In this article, I will cover weird but effective tips for increasing hiking speed. I’m not going to talk about the things that everybody already knows like “stay hydrated”, “build stamina”, etc. Instead, I will discuss tips that you probably didn’t know about – some of these might sound very weird at first, but make …
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In this article I will discuss the best cheap water shoes. I will cover options for people who are planning intensive outdoor activities like hiking. However, I will also cover options for very mild activities – like just getting your feet wet once in a while. All the options on this list are considered cheap. …
What is pole camping? Pole camping is an activity where people camp in dedicated “wild camping spots”. At these dedicated places there is usually a pole (= water crane) present to mark the spot. Pole camping is an activity that is mainly happening Belgium and the Netherlands. The dutch word for this concept is “paalkamperen”. …
In this article I will cover the best cheap camping cots. Camping cots have many benefits in comparison to sleeping pads, so I definitely understand why you would bring a camping cot over a sleeping pad. However, camping cots tend to be rather expensive. And the camping cots that are cheap tend to be very …
Looking for the best cheap air mattress that you can buy today? In this article I will find the best budget-friendly option for all types of people. I will cover options for people who will be using the air mattress as a temporary bed, but I will also talk about air mattresses that are optimized …
In this article I will discuss fasting while hiking. Let’s start with one of the most asked questions about this topic: Is fasting while hiking a good idea? Fasting while hiking can be a great experience, but it can also be a very bad idea. It all depends on what type of hike you will …
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What are the best 50l hiking backpacks for backpacking, hiking or travel in general? There are a couple of very good options! In this article, I will cover backpacks for everyone: the ultralight hiker, the budget backpacker and the all round traveller. Best 50l hiking and travel backpacks In this section, I will discuss …
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What is the difference between Carbon Fiber vs Aluminum trekking poles? The main difference is that carbon fiber is lighter, but it is less tough than aluminum. Meaning it will bend more easily when under a lot of stress. Comparison: Carbon vs Aluminum Trekking Poles So the biggest difference is a trade-off between weight …
