Winter Hiking
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Can You Use a 3-Season Tent in Winter?
Many three-season tents can be used for winter camping or backpacking if you set them up below treeline, they have…
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Hillsound Trail Crampon Pro Review
While the small spikes on Kahtoola Microspikes and Hillsound Trail Crampons can provide extra winter traction on icy trails, there…
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How Breathable are Waterproof/Breathable Winter Hiking Boots?
I’ve been a serious winter hiker for close to 15 years and I’ve never owned a pair of single-layer, insulated…
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Winter Hiking Blister Prevention and Footcare
I go the extra mile to avoid blisters when winter day hiking and backpacking because I don’t want to sit…
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How to Size Snowshoes
The size of snowshoe you need depends on your body weight, the weight of your gear, snow type, and whether…
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Camp XLC 490 Aluminum Crampons Review
CAMP XLC 490 Crampons are lightweight aluminum crampons with a universal binding that are compatible with most mountaineering and hiking…
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When Do You Need to Carry Snowshoes for Winter Hikes?
Snowshoes are heavy, weighing between four and five pounds a pair, so most winter hikers are happy when they don’t…
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Marmot Minimalist Shell Mitts Review
Marmot’s Minimalist Shell Mitts are waterproof/breathable shell mitts insulated with a lightweight liner that can be worn alone or layered…
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Feathered Friends Down Booties Review
Feathered Friend’s Down Booties are goose-down socks that have a removable weather-resistant shell so you can wear them in your…
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Winter Liquid Fuel Bottle Insulation Hack
In cold weather, the temperature of white gas, or liquid fuel as it is also known, can dip below freezing…
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Hillsound Super Armadillo Nano Gaiters Review
Hillsound Super Armadillo Nano Gaiters are made with an armored material called SuperFabric. It’s covered with small epoxy circles that…
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MSR Revo Explore Snowshoe Review
The MSR Revo Explore Snowshoe is a recreational snowshoe that features the new Hyperlink ratchet binding system (also available on the MSR…
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Wool Baselayers vs Synthetic Baselayers: How to Choose
Wool vs synthetic baselayers: which is better? Wool baselayer garments feel warmer than synthetic baselayers, but synthetic baselayers dry more…
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Grazing on Winter Hiking Food
Winter hiking burns a lot more calories than hiking the rest of the year because your body has to work…
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