Contents How to choose hiking bootsAnatomy of a hiking bootThe uppersThe outsoleWinter compatibleDifferent types of hikes and the boots for themDay hikesOvernightersMulti-day backpacking tripsScramblingBuying a pair of hiking bootsTry them on at the end of the dayWear the right socksLace up correctlyWander aroundGet insolesTips for maintaining your hiking bootsBreak them inKeep them cleanWaterproof themFind the … Read more
Best walking shoes for men What’s the number one factor in having a good backpacking trip? Great scenery, good company, perfectly roasted marshmallows for your s’mores? No, no, and… well, that one’s a real contender, but the most critical factor is one that’s often overlooked: happy feet. It doesn’t matter how beautiful the landscapes are … Read more
Layering for hiking‘There’s no bad weather, only bad clothing.’ Scandinavian ProverbThe Scandinavians: they gave us ABBA, IKEA, Fisherman’s Friends, LEGO, Lisbeth Salander and the exquisitely bonkers World Wife-Carrying Championship. For our money, however, the best thing to ever come out of the lands of our Nordic neighbours is the above proverb, which just about sums up … Read more
When purchasing a new tent there are a number of things that need to be considered – price, material of the tent, protection against the elements, durability of the tent material, various features of the tent, design, pole material, stake strength, and difficulty to assemble (to name but a few). Thankfully, there’s no reason for you … Read more