Winter Hiking
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What are Rock Spikes?
Rock Spikes are Kahtoola Microspikes, Hillsound Trail Crampon Ultras, and other lightweight (chain-based) winter traction aids with dull spikes worn…
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How to Melt Snow…Without Burning a Hole in Your Cooking Pot
Winter backpacking requires the development of many new skills, particularly in the area of hydration and stove use. Chief amongst…
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10 More Winter Hiking and Backpacking Hacks
Here are 10 MORE winter hiking and backpacking hacks, tips, and tricks that you can try the next time you…
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10 Winter Hiking and Backpacking Hacks
There is really no substitute for experience when it comes to winter hiking, backpacking, and camping. You can read about…
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Baffin Borealis Double Insulated Winter Hiking Boot Review
The Baffin Borealis Winter Hiking Boot is a lightweight insulated hiking boot rated to -20 degrees with a removable liner,…
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Insulated Skirts for Winter Hiking and Snowshoeing
An insulated skirt? Could that possibly be an idea that has any merit at all? A few years back, I…
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Winter Pant Layering for Hikers Who Sweat
One of the biggest challenges for winter hikers is finding a clothing layering system that keeps them warm and dry…
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Winter Hiking in Trail Runners
If you use trail runners for hiking and backpacking in three-season weather, it is possible to keep using them in…
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The North Face Chilkat 400 II Winter Hiking Boots Review
The North Face Chilkat 400 II is an insulated waterproof/breathable winter hiking boot rated to -40F/-40C. Available for both men…
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Winter Hiking Boots FAQ
There are three kinds of winter boots: insulated winter hiking boots, mountaineering boots, and pac boots. Which kind of winter…
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How to Attach Snowshoes to a Backpack
There are many ways to attach snowshoes to a backpack, although some of them are more energy-efficient and comfortable than…
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Hillsounds or Microspikes? How to Choose
Hillsound Trail Crampon Ultras and Kahtoola Microspikes are the most popular winter traction aids for hiking on packed snow, ice,…
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Winter Water Bottle Insulation Hack: Neoprene Camera Lens Holder
Insulated winter water bottle holders that are capable of holding 32 oz wide-mouth Nalgene bottles are in short supply every…
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Rab Vapor Barrier Socks Review
Rab Vapor Barrier Socks take a radically different approach to layering than what you’re probably used to. Vapor barrier clothing is…
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