Are you confused by hiking and backpacking backpacks fabric jargon? Whether you prefer ultralight or heavy-duty packs, you will find the terminology decoded here, so keep reading.
Are Air Inflatable Tents The Future of Camping?
Did you know that inflatable or air beam tents have been around since 1981? This was the year when a Dutch company launched their Karsten Tent.
What Is a Fast Pitch Tent, Hub Tent, Automatic and Quick Setup Tent Frame?
Various brands and tent manufacturers use different terminology for basically the same tent frame design. This may be confusing for those who are new in the outdoor activity, and the purpose of this text is to help in this regard.
Leaking Tent or Condensation? So Easily Mixed and Confused
I have seen several videos on YouTube where the authors were claiming that the tent they were using was leaking. However, it was obvious that this was just a condensation.
What Is Osprey Extended Fit?
Osprey Extended Fit backpacks are tailored for larger bodies with extended padding, longer straps, and repositioned pockets for an inclusive design. Find out more here.
Why Do My Toenails Hurt After Hiking – You May Be Surprised with the Answer
Typically, you will see statements that toenails hurt after hiking because your toes ram into your hiking boots or shoes. This may be so in many cases, but there is yet another less obvious reason for the pain.
What Are Frost Hollows or Frost Pockets in the Mountains?
The temperature in the mountains normally decreases with increased elevation, but there are local phenomena and places with temperature inversion and these are called frost hollows or frost pockets.
4 Season Tents and 4th Season Tents – What’s the Difference?
If you are familiar with the tents industry, then you have probably seen the phrases like 4-season tents and 4th-season tents. This can be confusing because some manufacturers use these phrases carelessly.
Are There Any Lightweight Family Camping Tents for Backpacking?
Backpacking implies carrying lots of stuff for outdoor sleeping, and in the case of families this becomes even more complicated. So is it really doable? Find out here.
How to Reduce Backpack Weight for Alta Via 1 in the Dolomites?
This was a question asked in a Facebook group by a person who was preparing for his Alta Via 1 trip in the Italian Dolomites. Some advises from the group members were really surprising.