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Gear ReviewsBest Hiking Boots for Bad Knees: 6 Picks for Descents
The best hiking boots for bad knees, chosen on cushioning, rocker, drop and descent grip. Plus the trail habits that protect your knees beyond footwear.
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Gear ReviewsHoka vs Salomon: Which Shoe Brand Is Better for Hiking?
Hoka vs Salomon compared for hiking and trail running: cushioning, grip, fit, waterproofing and model match-ups. Find the right brand for your feet.
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Gear ReviewsWaterproof Ratings Explained: What the mm Numbers Mean
Waterproof ratings explained: what 5,000mm, 10,000mm and 20,000mm mean on the trail, how the test works, and which rating your hiking jacket needs.
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Gear ReviewsSalomon vs Merrell: Which Hiking Shoes Are Better?
Salomon vs Merrell compared: X Ultra 5 vs Moab 3, boots, trail runners, fit, grip and value. Find out which brand suits your feet and your trails.
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Tips & SafetyCan You Hike in Jeans? When It's Fine and When It's Not
Can you hike in jeans? Yes on short, dry, warm trails. Here's when denim turns risky, why cotton fails when wet, and what to wear instead.
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Gear ReviewsHow to Load a GPX Route onto Your Garmin Watch
Send a GPX route to any Garmin watch in minutes. Phone, web and USB methods, a per-model map comparison, and fixes for courses that never show up.
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Tips & SafetyWild Camping Norway: Allemannsretten Rules and Best Spots
Wild camping in Norway is legal under allemannsretten. Learn the 150 m rule, the fire ban dates, where tents are banned, and the best spots to pitch.
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Gear ReviewsBest Hiking Backpacks: Size Guide and Top Picks
A practical guide to choosing the right hiking backpack size, fit, and features. From day packs to expedition packs, with picks from Osprey and Deuter.
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Tips & SafetyCan You Take a Hiking Backpack as Carry-On?
The real rules for flying with a hiking backpack as carry-on luggage. Airline size limits, what gets flagged at security, and which 30-40L packs actually fit.
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Gear ReviewsBest Cheap Hiking GPS Devices in 2026
A dedicated GPS still beats your phone in the mountains. The best budget hiking GPS units for 2026, from the eTrex 22x to premium step-up picks.
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Hiking RoutesThe GR20 for Beginners: A Realistic Guide
The GR20 crosses 180km of Corsican wilderness and earns its reputation as Europe's toughest long trail. Here's what a fit beginner actually needs to know.
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Tips & SafetyWhen Do You Need an Ice Axe for Hiking?
Not sure if you need an ice axe for your next mountain trip? Here's a clear decision framework covering conditions, slope angles, and the right axe type.