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The secret to easier hikes is not really a secret. This one key piece of equipment has been around since the beginning of time (or almost). We’re talking poles. Hiking poles, trekking poles or the old fashioned walking stick.Many hikers do not understand how easy their lives would be if they took hiking poles with them. Now that is just using the poles in general, let alone using hiking poles t …

With brands from around the world creating cold weather clothing with all kinds of niche uses it can be a headache to figure out what type of jacket you need. Don’t worry, we got this, pour a cup of something warm and read on as we give you the walk through of what you should look for in your next technical jacket.The term “technical jacket” is used to define an outer layer that is made with labor …

If you are having as much fun with your technical outerwear as we are then you will need to spend a few minutes every so often caring for it. Despite being multilayered space age synthetics materials there’s nothing overly technical about caring for your technical clothing. In all honesty it’s probably easier than your daily laundry.The first and most distressing event that might happen with your …

So you have done your research, picked your trail and are ready to get on the road to the trailhead for the weekend hike!Narrowing down what trail to start with is over half the battle. Alpine lake or rocky seashore?? So many amazing options.Congrats for getting that far! So before you jump in the car and get on your way, there are a few key preparations that you must make! Think not only safet …