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Sno-Seal: Waterproofing New Hiking Boots

I’ve been using Sno-Seal for over 40 years, ever since my father bought me my first pair of leather Raichle boots in Switzerland when I was 16 years old. I’ve used it on a wide range of leather shoes since then, from cross-country skiing boots to hiking boots and wingtips. One thing you have to understand about Sno-seal is that …

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Backpacking Tent Fast Pitch Options: Pros and Cons

Tent Fast Pitch Options - Pros and Cons

“You need to buy the tent footprint if you want the fast pitch option,” is the common refrain of tent manufacturers and retailers. But you wonder, “When would I use the fast pitch option and what am I giving up if I don’t buy the footprint now?” Many double-wall tent manufacturers promote a fast fly or fast pitch option which …

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AMC White Mountains Hiker Shuttle

AMC Hiker Shuttle Map 3

The Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) runs a hiker shuttle (link to schedule) in New Hampshire’s White Mountains between its lodges and several major trailheads that can make getting around easier if you don’t have a car during your visit or you don’t want to pre-stage a vehicle at the end of a Presidential Traverse to shuttle back to your vehicle. …

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Osprey Skimmer 20 Hydration Backpack Review

Osprey Skimmer 20 Backpack Review

The Osprey Skimmer 20 is a hydration backpack designed for day hiking and travel that includes an optional 2.5-liter wide-mouth hydration system. To save space inside the backpack, the hydration system fits into a pocket behind the shoulder straps, making it easier to pull out and refill without having to empty your pack contents and repack. The Skimmer 20 (also …

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