Gear | Challenged Hiking

Trekking Poles: Considerations in Using Them for Hiking and Backpacking

July 12, 2018July 12, 2018 Gear, Skills & FAQS Hiking poles, Trekking poles, walking poles for backpacking

Trekking poles are a common sight today on trails. They aid in your ability to hike safely. Tents manufacturers have made designs to use them for erecting lightweight shelters and there are many ways you can

Review: Sawyer Mini Water Filter System

December 30, 2016December 30, 2016 Gear Hydration, Safety, Sawyer Mini Water Filter, Sawyer Mini Water Filter System, Water filters, Water Purification

We have been using the Sawyer Mini Water Filter System for almost a year now. Like all our reviews we use the equipment for an extended period of then critique it. Makes no sense to use it

Clothing Materials for Hiking and Backpacking

December 26, 2016December 26, 2016 For Beginners, Gear, Hiking Clothes, Clothing, Cotton, polypropylene, Silk, Synthetics, Wool

I’ll open with – modern-day technical clothing will not complete your trip or climb. It will not determine success. Having said that, it won’t hurt. If you look back in the history of hiking, backpacking,

Review: Esbit Solid Fuel Stove and Cookset

November 9, 2016November 9, 2016 Gear Backpacking stoves, Esbit Stove, ultralight backpacking, Ultralight stoves

The Esbit solid fuel stove and cookset is a lightweight option for backpackers that cook simple meals. We have been using the Esbit for one year in all seasons and have found it to be a reliable

An Essential Not on the 10 Essentials List: The Wristwatch

November 8, 2016November 9, 2016 Gear 10 essentials, Navigation, Tips, Watches

The wristwatch. Once it was the way we kept track of time. This was the days before the smartphone or computer. Growing up it was almost a right of passage into manhood to get a

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