If you’re in the market for a new RV, 5th wheel or travel trailer, then you already know that it’s an expensive purchase. With such a big commitment, it’s understandable that you want to make sure you’re not buying a lemon from some poor quality RV manufacturers. And just like when you buy a car, …
The beauty of having a treadmill in your apartment is you can run indoors no matter how bad the weather is outside. However, selecting the perfect treadmill for your small apartment is easier said than done. The market is flooded with treadmills of varying sizes, types and prices. Let’s take a look at how to …
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If you’re getting into ultralight backpacking, then hammock camping is likely your go-to option instead of a tent. But the thing about camping in a hammock is that you’ve got no protection from the rain and bad weather. That’s why you need to know about a hammock ridgeline. But what is it? A hammock ridgeline …
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Tent camping is a popular past time and is enjoyed by people of all ages. It can be a relaxing and enjoyable opportunity to get out and enjoy nature, spend time with friends and family, and have a grand adventure away from the real world. Sleeping under the stars, watching the wild and untamed life …
If you’re just getting into climbing, then you might be thinking that both of these are just about climbing up a rock, right? And at core, all climbing is about scaling up to the top. But there is a distinct difference between sport and trad climbing. The quick answer is that traditional climbing is a …
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Just like your everyday street shoes, your climbing shoes can really start to smell ripe if you’re not taking proper care of them and cleaning them once in a while. In addition to getting rid of stinky climbing shoe odor, regularly cleaning those climbers helps you get a bit more wear out of them by …
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If you’ve been hanging out with other water sports enthusiasts, then you’ve probably noticed that people use the words “oar” and “paddle” interchangeably. But are a paddle and an oar the same thing? Or are they different from one another? The truth is that they are not the same and have some distinct differences. The …
For most people heading out on a hiking trail, the thought of hiking speed or pace never really comes up. But if you’re more than a leisure hiker, then knowing your speed is important as you plan long treks. Being able to calculate your pace ensures that you make it off the trail by dark; …
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My favorite things to wear hiking are my merino wool socks and shirts. I feel like they’re the perfect attire for outdoor adventures, as well as travel. But not everyone can wear merino wool because some people are allergic to it. So when I recently learned about alpaca wool, I was excited to see if …
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If you’re getting into mountaineering, then you might read some expedition reports to pass the time. As you read those reports, you’re going to see a variety of different terms referring the to the different parts of mountains. Not sure what they mean or what part of the mountain you can find them on? We’ve …
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If you’ve decided to take up mountaineering, then you’ll need to get yourself a good ice axe. Ice axes come in different sizes, so you’ll have to choose a size before you set out for that high altitude adventure. But which size of ice axe do you need? Well, that depends on a few factors, …
It is a mistake to venture into the greater outdoors for a fun weekend of camping without a tent heater. Unless you are camping in the dog days of summer, you will need a tent heater to stay nice and toasty at night when the temperatures dip down low. However, choosing between the many different tent heaters …
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Whether you relish having a hot dog around a cozy campfire or you’re more of a survivalist who seeks out far-flung forests to set up camp, it might be surprising what a difference having a pair of campfire gloves on hand can make. When you think about it, most kitchens are equipped with oven mitts …
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