Women In The Wild – Hard-Earned Tips For Female Backpackers
By Editor | July 22, 2008
Whether you grew up climbing trees or playing princess, Melissa Gray wants you to know that the wilderness is an equalopportunity destination. As cofounder of the Wilderness Medicine Institute at NOLS, Gray has seen both genders at their rawest worst outside. And she’s tired of stereotypes that paint female adventurers as weaker and less ambitious. “The only difference I’ve seen,” she says, “is that hygiene is more complicated for women.” Here’s her advice on these and other issues.
Topics: Articles, Camping, Hiking and Backpacking | 217 Comments »
Mountain Biking Toys and Tools For A Good Ride
By Editor | July 18, 2008
Below are some mountain biking items that will sure to make your ride more pleasurable.
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Collect Water Anywhere
By Editor | July 16, 2008
First dig a large hole in the ground, then spread your tarp over it. Push down the center of the tarp with your hands, and poke a small hole in the center. Place a bowl underneath the hole in the tarp to collect the water.
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Merrell Chameleon II XCR Low Cut Hiking Shoe / Runner
By Editor | July 14, 2008
Balance dayhiking comfort and backpacking support with the Merrell Chameleon II XCR. This agile low-top earned a permanent spot in many hikers / testers footwear closet after it was put through elevation gain and loss, and a torturous trifecta of rocky ground, polished roots, and innumerable steep scrambles. One hiking tester said, “These shoes nailed every step” he says. “My feet felt so good after 13 hours that I half-jogged the last 2 miles to the car.”
Topics: Footwear, Outdoor Gear Reviews, Runners, Spring and Summer | 271 Comments »
Strengthen Your Back Muscles For That Heavy Load – Hiking, Backpacking
By Editor | July 14, 2008
Here are 3 targeted exercises to strengthen your big-pack muscles.
According to physical therapist, hikers and backpackers put unusual physical demands when embarking on big hiking trips. Many backpackers underestimate the strain on their legs and backs of carrying 30-plus-pound loads.
Topics: Articles, Camping, Hiking and Backpacking | 218 Comments »
Smooth Navigating – 5 Trail Tested Ways To Get More Out Of Your GPS
By Editor | July 4, 2008
Below are some wise wisdom from experience hikers, backpackers who have explored far and wide.
Topics: Articles, Camping, Hiking and Backpacking, Gadgets and Electronics | 90 Comments »
Vasque Breeze XCR Low Cut Trail Runners
By Editor | June 29, 2008
For hikers with narrow-foot, this durable shoe offers excellent support. The favorite of two of our female testers, the Breeze’s stiffness and support with 40-pound loads ranks among the best
in the test.
Topics: Footwear, Outdoor Gear Reviews, Runners, Spring and Summer | 225 Comments »
Garmont Eclipse XCR Runners
By Editor | June 29, 2008
For heavy-load backpacking, this rugged Garmont Eclipse XCR runner is the best choice here.
Built to go over or through anything. The chassis is stiffer and more supportive than any other shoe in this class; testers carried 40 plus pounds for days on the Appalachian Trail and in the North Cascades, and negotiated miles of sharp, fossilized coral in the Azores.
Topics: Footwear, Outdoor Gear Reviews, Runners, Spring and Summer | 141 Comments »
Organic Trail Snacks / Food That You Will Actually Want To Eat
By Editor | June 17, 2008
Not so long ago, there were two kinds of energy bars: lab-spawned creations that looked like extruded astronaut food, health-freak mixtures of what tasted like sticks and sawdust. Times have changed, and among the many appetizing bars available now is a new breed of organic choices that pack a balanced nutritional punch and actually taste good. Here are our testers’ three favorites.
Topics: Food, Nutrition and Recipes | 239 Comments »
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