Planning a hiking trip properly means packing the right equipment as well as getting an overview of the terrain that awaits you. In the articles below we discuss various aspects of planning and packing for a hiking trip, and provide answers to questions such as how to pack a backpack properly and how to prevent blisters by preparing adequately. Planning a hiking trip meticulously can be time-consuming, but hopefully these articles will help you to tick all the boxes in a more efficient manner.
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Our son was born in the beginning of spring, and thus we got quite experienced hiking with a stroller over the last few months. Here we’ll share some practical tips and advice. We started taking our son on walks in a bassinet stroller soon after the birth, and after a month or so we also…
Buying a new backpack and not sure what size you need? In this article we’ll explain how to choose the right backpack size for your needs. Choosing the right size of backpack is tricky because it depends on many different factors such as duration of your activities, your packing style and quality of your gear….
When you go out hiking, it’s good to bring a map, especially if you’re hiking in areas with little people or terrain that’s tricky navigation-wise. Electronic devices such as smartphones and handheld GPS devices are indeed great, but they don’t replace a map and a compass because they’re not as reliable. They can run out…
The popularity of hydration packs has decreased over the last couple of years and many athletes, recreational runners and speed hikers have started using hydration vests instead. Hydration vests indeed have several advantages over hydration packs. They provide better fit, bounce less and are more comfortable to wear in general. However, hydration vests also have…
Blisters are one of the most common injuries on trails and especially beginners are very likely to suffer from them. When it comes to blisters, prevention is indeed better than treatment because almost nothing ruins a hike more than blistering feet. Of course, you can tape up blisters with bandages while on the trail, but…
If you stroll through an outdoor shop and check labels on their products, it is very likely that you will besides quick-drying, moisture-wicking, durable etc. also see lightweight. There is a lot of debate in outdoor circles whether lightweight gear is overrated, and ultralight indeed means making compromises. But is it worth to make compromises?…
Activities at high altitudes like mountaineering, climbing and mountain hiking are fun and exhilarating. But as you go higher, the air’s content of oxygen decreases. However, your muscles need the same amount of oxygen whether you are at sea level or at 10.000 feet. Therefore, you will be slower at high altitudes, whether you are…
When it comes to hiking backpacks, fit is everything. Certainly, a hiking backpack should be lightweight, durable, have convenient pockets and compartments, but an ill-fitting or ill-fitted backpack will never be comfortable on trails. A well-fitting backpack makes the heavy load feel much lighter while a poorly fitting backpack is uncomfortable even when you are…
While we have written multiple articles with tips and advice for planning and executing your hikes in the most successful manner, we have also made (and learned from) numerous mistakes over the years – either done together or individually. It happens to all of us; you forget some gear, you want to save money by…
While it might be easy as cake to pack a backpack for a short hike where you carry only water and a snack, it becomes more of an art when you need to pack additional clothing, extra gear (climbing harness, helmet, via ferrata set etc.) or even sleeping equipment in case you plan to spend…
