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A Hiking Tent is a niche item. A Hiking Tent needs to be compact enough to fit inside a backpack, light enough to be carried for hours or days on end and easily assembled, and disassembled. In addition to these features, a Hiking Tent must be robust, as repairs along the trail are not always possible. For that reason, Hiking Tents can often be classed as a specialty item, with certain brands being considered the best or better than other brands. Brands such as Nemo or Marmot thrive in the world of outdoor backpacking or hiking, and their products are a clear-cut reflection of this and are often classed as Premium Products. At the upper end of the price range with Nemo and Marmot, you really do get what you pay for. With both companies offering a lifetime warranty (against manufacturing defects) they have a strong belief in the structure, design, and manufacture of their hiking tents. However, if hiking is not going to be your every-weekend adventure and you are heading out on a hik...

Like most things when it comes to hiking, a sleeping bag needs to be small, compact, but comfortable and ultimately warm. It seems like a lot to ask, but with ongoing technological advances, you can most certainly have your cake and eat it too! What are the different types of Hiking Sleeping Bags? Just like camping sleeping bags, hiking sleeping bags come in all shapes, sizes and temperature ratings and can be filled with natural fibres such as down or have a synthetic fill. Rectangular Sleeping Bags: Rectangular sleeping bags are the most traditional shape; they tend to be seen as room and have space to roll over or stretch out. Mummy Sleeping Bags: These shaped sleeping bags are shaped exactly as they sound, like a mummy of Egypt. They are wider at the shoulders and taper down to the feet and all tend to have hoods. They are snug but do offer limited movement if you are a restless sleeper. How do I choose a hiking sleeping bag? The first step is to choose what activity y...

Hiking is a great way to get out and experience first-hand the great outdoors in all its glory. Hiking can be as simple as a day trip in a National Park right through to an epic 14-day adventure or longer. Hiking is similar to backpacking wear you have everything you need to survive right there in your backpack, Including items such as a Hiking Tent, Hiking Stove and Cookware, Hiking Mats and Pillows, Clothing and Food. All these items are generally made to be extremely lightweight and compact to allow for you to easily store and carry while adventuring. What Do I Need to Go Hiking? There are many products on the market designed to make your next hiking trip successful, while there are some cool products out there, not all are essential to everyone. Below is a basic outline of some the items you may need for your next hiking and backpacking trip. Hiking Backpacks: One of the most critical components to being able to successfully hike anywhere in the world is to have a reliable and...

Daypacks are the perfect solution for the traveller who wants to leave most of their gear at their base location, and carry the smaller important items like passports, wallets, cards, and cameras. A daypack is also the perfect solution for any outdoor activity that requires you to carry more gear than you can put in your pockets. Daypacks come in all shapes, from backpack attachable, to stowaway compactable, and a practical daypack will help make your day-to-day activities easier to complete and help you on your journey.   Daypacks are not only for hiking, or travel but are common amongst commuters and businesspeople alike, a daypack is convenient to carry and large enough to accommodate a wide range of day-to-day essentials if necessary. What to look for in a daypack? There are four main things to consider when purchasing a daypack: Purpose/Activity: How will you use your daypack? This will help narrow down your search to those bags that have the features you requir...

Hitting the trail can be tough just carrying a backpack, but to keep yourself and your child happy on the trail, it’s important to select a carrier pack that excels in comfort, safety and build quality. The child carrier backpack should be adjustable for both the wearer and the child as they grow. A child carrier backpack must have a supportive design that provides a safe and comfortable experience for both the child and parent/carrier. Each backpack must have a quality load distributing harness, a good suspension system and adequate padding. Organisation is no less important in a child carrier backpack than it is in an adult’s hiking backpack. You still need to be able to take the all-important essentials. Ventilation is also important as not only will the carrier need to have sufficient ventilation to maintain a comfortable carrying experience, but the child too, must have adequate air flow. What should I look for in a Child Carrier Backpack? ·      Safety ...

Hiking poles increase safety, individual performance and endurance with less effort and stress on joints and lower back by sharing the load more evenly across the whole body. Hiking poles sometimes called Trekking Poles are becoming very popular as users recognise the benefits of reduced stress to the knees and lower back and there is plenty of research to support the recommendation for using hiking poles. Hiking Poles provide a more upright posture for more efficient breathing, while increasing endurance and range. Poles add safety and support regardless of whether user is on a serious Mountain climb or a casual walk around the block. Hiking poles can be especially helpful if you have an injury such as a weak ankle or knee but still like to get out and hit the trails. Why use Hiking Poles (Trekking Poles or Walking Poles)? Stress Reduction - Hiking Poles will reduce the stress and strain on feet, legs, knees and back by sharing the load evenly across the whole body. Better P...