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How to Use a Portable Backcountry Bidet
In some hiking areas, people are leaving a negative impact by littering toilet paper. The outdoor bidet can help alleviate this problem.
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The 10 Hiking Essentials
Certain equipment is so important it deserves to be carried on every hike. This list of essential hiking items can be a lifesaver if you’re ever in an emergency.
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How To Do Your Laundry While Thru-Hiking
It’s important to know how to safely do laundry in the outdoors. If you’re a thru-hiker keeping your socks clean should be a top priority.
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How to Select the Right Headlamp
There are now hundreds of different types of backpacking headlamps. By following these five basic steps you should be able to find a headlamp that works for you.
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10 Tips to Save Your Phone Battery on Trail
We know that in order to use our app out on the trail, you have to keep your phone battery alive! Here are some tips to try and keep your phone from dying quickly while you’re out hiking off the grid.
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9 Luxury Items to Consider Bringing on Your Thru-Hike
A luxury item can make a huge difference on your thru-hike. Here are some items you may want to consider bringing with you on your next thru-hike or backpacking trip.
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8 Things You Should Do to Prepare for a Thru-hike
Preparing for a thru-hike can be overwhelming if you don’t have a plan. Here are 8 steps to get you started on your incredible journey.
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Thru-Hiking 101: 4 Popular Fuel Canisters Compared
I analyzed the differences between the MSR IsoPro, Snow Peak Giga Power, OLicamp and the Jet Boil Jetpower fuel canisters to see which performed the best.
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Thru-hiking 101: Calculate the Cost of Your Thru-Hike
How much does a thru-hike cost? We put together a thru-hike cost calculator so you can estimate the cost of your next long-distance hike based on your own hiking style.
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5 Stove Tips That Will Save You Fuel
The best way to make your fuel last is to follow these five simple stove tips. Doing so can potentially double the life of your fuel canister.
