Many hikers seem to fall on either end of the spectrum when asked about trekking poles. Some have never touched a pair and others swear by them. Those that swear by them, however, point out some important tangible benefits. Most notably, trekking poles significantly reduce wear and tear on your knees and ankles, especially on long, sustained downhill sections. (more…)
In the modern era, we need our phones and devices more than ever. We rely on them to do business and communicate with others to coordinate our outdoor excursions. That’s why having a portable charger will save you a lot of headaches.
Keeping a portable charger handy will allow you to recharge your phone without needing an outlet, and it’ll help to guarantee your phone doesn’t shut off just when you’re finalizing the last minute details for that upcoming hunting or fishing trip. (more…)
A quality fire starter is a piece of gear that should always live in your backpack. Fire is so essential to your comfort and survival because it provides warmth, visible light if you’re in need of rescue, a means of purifying water and cooking food, and can help you ward off predators and annoying insects.
Fire starters will have your back when you forgot a lighter or matches. They’re also less resource-intensive than both of those options because they don’t rely on fuel, wood, or perchlorate and packaging materials. (more…)
Hydration packs are great for hiking, biking, running, and a variety of other activities. The best feature of hydrations packs is that they’re lightweight and they carry the most important resource you need to keep your body performing at optimum levels: water! Fortunately, many packs also store essential gear, tools, and other necessities for your recreational activity of choice. (more…)