This article will be about my latest backpacking experience: hiking to the most beautiful lake in Europe. Fair enough, the “most beautiful lake” is rather subjective, but for us it actually was the most beautiful lake we ever saw. It’s not only about the lake either, there is a beautiful surrounding since the lake is …
In this article, we will cover the best parka brands by going over some of the best parka’s ever made! As the warmth and heat of summer begin to disappear as the winter arrives and many of us head back to work and school, many of us will want to at least have a coat …
Are duck boots good for hiking? Are you considering hiking in your duck boots? I highly recommend reading this article before you do. I will take a look at the traditional duck boots like Sperry and LL beans and this article will also cover some less common duck boots. [joomdev-wpc-pros-cons disable_title=”no” wpc_style=”wppc-view1″ title_tag=”H3″ title=”Hiking in …
ASICS vs Nike, both of these are big brands within the sports industry. They are mainly competitors when it comes to running shoes. However, they also compete in hiking shoes, sneakers, trail running shoes and many other types of sport shoes. Additionally, both of these brands sell sport clothing as well. In this article we …
How much does bear spray cost? The “average” bear spray price is around $40-50$. That being said, bear spray comes in many different forms and sizes and prices can differ quite a bit. In case you are in a rush and simply want to buy the best value for money bear spray, simply take a …
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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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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 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 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 …
Are all tents waterproof? The simple answer is no, not all tents are waterproof. First, you want to check to waterproof tent ratings, if the hydrostatic head rating is lower than 1,000 mm your tent is not considered waterproof. Keep reading if you want to learn what hydrostatic head means and what other factors you …
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