Feeling the sometimes bitter cold of the wilderness is enough to make any person head to the nearest warm cabin they can find. But what if you are a backpacker or camper who does not have that luxury? Truth be told, if you enjoy backpacking, especially if you do regular treks during the colder fall …
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Backpacking is one of those activities that is both peaceful and exhilarating. Nothing can beat the serenity you feel as you traverse through untouched wilderness or the excitement that comes from tackling new and unique challenges. And while backpacking is certainly ultra-enjoyable, so too is the experience of camping under the stars once you have …
Are you in the market for Patagonia clothing but afraid you might get ripped off by some of the more nefarious dealers that market and sell fake gear? If so, you have come to the right place. In this article we will not only provide a quick story about Patagonia and the clothing and accessories …
If you are a camper or someone who actively trains for a potential survival situation, the importance of possessing a high-quality knife cannot be overstated. The wilderness can be very unforgiving at times, and unless you are ready for every potential scenario it is really easy for those wilderness conditions to overrun you. A good …
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For outdoor enthusiasts, such as campers and backpackers, the proper gear is everything. But what do you do when an item in that gear—a tent, backpack, sleeping bag or a piece of insulated outerwear—becomes ripped or torn? Sure, you could just opt to throw that item out and replace it, but that can become really …
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If you are an avid backpacker and/or wilderness camper, one of the most crucial pieces of gear available to you is a sleeping pad, also known as a sleeping mat, air mattress, insulated pad, ground pad or bed roll. These vital pieces of equipment serve a number of purposes when braving the outdoor elements and …
If you compete, or even just dabble recreationally in the age-old sport of boxing, learning how to properly and thoroughly clean your boxing gloves may be way down on your list of priorities. However, for the sake of your own performance, hygiene and the general competitive atmosphere in which you intend to use them, not …
Running is one of the best aerobic activities available for fitness enthusiasts. Whether your goal is to shed a few pounds for summer, shape and tone your body, improve your endurance or train for an upcoming race, a good running/training program can make all the difference. However, running is also a “high-impact” form of exercise. …
Nothing matches the fun and adventure of backpacking; the fun of exploring the backcountry of this great country and taking in all of the gorgeous flora and fauna it offers. One of the keys to a successful backpacking adventure is a pack that is loaded up correctly and thoroughly, with all the gear one might …
Just how long do boxing gloves last and when should you replace them? The answers to these questions actually depend on a few factors and signs. To help you better understand these questions, below we will tackle them in greater detail, beginning with the average lifespan of a pair of boxing gloves and a list …
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Though you might be wearing your rash guard and sunscreen before paddling out, there’s one place you might forget when it comes to sun protection. Your head. Even if you’ve got a head full of hair, the sun’s rays can still burn your noggin to a crisp. That’s why you need to wear a good …
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Camping and backpacking are outdoor pursuits that are loved by millions of people around the globe. Nothing is better than arriving at your wilderness destination and inhaling that first burst of clean pine-scented air—a smell so pleasant that it is often recreated in car air fresheners. However, there is one downside associated with the early …
Camping and backpacking. Two of the most enjoyable outdoor pastimes. Each and every year millions of adventure-seeking souls head to the backcountry to hike, camp and just get away from the hustle and bustle of their workaday lives. From nature walking to bird watching to a calm day alone, just fishing along a little-known section …
