Merino wool is an awesome material with great properties like wicking sweat away from your body, helping regulate body temperature and not smelling terrible after 20 minutes of hiking like synthetics. Considering that it comes from a specific breed of sheep, it’s no surprise that Merino wool costs more than factory-made synthetic materials.
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While most serious hikers will swear that hiking socks are worth the cost, it is understandable that you don’t want to shell out $25 for a pair of socks. The good news is that there are plenty of quality brands of hiking socks which don’t cost a fortune.
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Considering that you can buy a pair of socks for less than $1 at some stores, it seems ridiculous to shell out $20 (or more!) for a pair of “hiking” socks. While I personally don’t spend this much on my hiking socks, I have converted over and consider myself a bit of a sock snob.
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Layering clothes is the best way to stay warm and dry in bad weather. When done correctly, these same layers can keep you comfortable in a variety of temperatures and activity levels. Here’s how it works.
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I’ve diapered two children on outdoor adventures, including primitive camping and backpacking trips where there weren’t any trash facilities or running water available. Yes, it does take some extra planning and you’ll need to pack some “just in case” items for the inevitable blowouts or leaks. However, it is completely doable and mandatory if you
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I am not the type of person who handles being cooped up inside well, so it was really important that I could get outside with my daughters even in cold, winter weather. This meant having a very good baby snow suit.
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