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REI XeroDry GTX Jacket Review

REI XeroDry GTX Jacket Review

The REI XeroDry GTX Jacket is a 2-layer waterproof/breathable jacket that’s good for use in cooler weather or as a winter hard shell. While it doesn’t have pit zips, it’s fully featured in every other way, with a two-way adjustable hood, velcro wrist cuffs, and three external pockets. The XeroDry jacket has what REI calls “core vents” which is a …

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Cold-Soak No-Cook Backpacking Meals 101

Cold-Soak No-Cook Backpacking Meals 101

The terms “cold-soak” and “no-cook” have become popular lingo amongst backpackers who opt for another way to eat on-trail without using a stove. Cold-soaking is a no-cook method where you simply soak dry food with water to prepare a meal. Sounds easy, right? For the most part, it is – but if you’re new to the cold-soak world and want …

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When are hiking boots better than trail runners?

Trail Runners vs Hiking Boots

Trail runners are all the rage in the hiking and backpacking community, but there are times when hiking boots really are better than trail runners. If you’re on the fence about whether to switch to trail runners or use them, take the time to figure out what works best for you and what the conditions you hike in require. For …

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Tarptent ProTrail Li Tent Review: Lightweight and Versatile

Tarptent ProTrail Li Review

The Tarptent ProTrail Li is a single-wall Dyneema trekking pole tent that weighs 15.95 ounces. It’s basically a very simple A-frame style rainfly with a floating bathtub floor that is attached to the sidewalls and ends with noseeum mesh. This lets you pitch the fly “high” so that air can flow through the mesh or “low” to prevent windswept rain …

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