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Can a trekking umbrella protect you against lightning? No. Lightning is attracted to the highest thing around. So if you’re in an open field and you open an umbrella above your head, there is a higher risk that lighting will hit you. It doesn’t matter if the handle of your umbrella is made of a conductive material or not. Umbrellas …

The most important attributes of a sleeping bag for winter camping and backpacking are warm insulation, compressibility, low weight, and ample interior space to store gear and water so it doesn’t freeze overnight. Cost is also a factor, although a good winter sleeping bag will last fifteen years or more if maintained and stored properly. For winter backpacking and other …

The La Sportiva Bushido II is a lightly cushioned mesh trail runner that provides excellent traction and stability. It is designed for hiking and trail running in rugged terrain with numerous design elements designed to protect your feet including excellent toe protection, a rock plate, and a very stiff midsole that won’t collapse underfoot if you have to carry a …

The Therm-a-Rest Parsec 0 is a VERY lightweight cold-weather sleeping bag suitable for year-round use. It’s a warm bag with premium box baffling and 60% of the insulation positioned over the chest and 40% on the bottom to provide enhanced warmth when used with an appropriate sleeping pad. It has a draft collar and zipper draft tube to hold in …