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Darn Tough, makers of the #1 most durable wool socks used by hikers, announced a new consumer service called ReFluff, that lets sock owners put the original cushion back into their old merino socks for a nominal fee. Darn Tough socks are known for their durability”, said Ric Cabot, Darn Tough’s President and CEO. “It’s almost impossible to wear a …

What should you pack for a 3-day backpacking trip? The answer is that you need everything you’d bring on a 1-day backpacking trip, except for a little more food, fuel, and toilet paper, to stay out an additional 2 days. It doesn’t matter if you go on a 24-hour hike or a 2-week backpacking trip, you’ll basically bring the exact …

Here’s my simple guide to educate and encourage you to hike and camp with your period, while also addressing many common questions and concerns. Having your period doesn’t need to be a reason to keep you from hiking and backpacking. In fact, with the right preparation and knowledge, you can still enjoy and thrive in the outdoors while experiencing your …

La Sportiva’s Ultra Raptor Trail Runners are hiking shoes that excel in mountain environments because their soles have sticky rubber which adheres well to rock, including wet rock while providing enough protection for your feet. A thick rubber toe cap and an armored heel cup protect the toes and the back of your feet without compromising agility. That’s really important …