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Camping with Yoga Mats instead of Sleeping Pads
Comparisons 

Can a Yoga Mat be used as a Sleeping Pad?

February 26, 2022February 26, 2022 Pure Hiker

When camping, a sleeping pad performs the most crucial function of keeping you warm and insulated by lifting you from

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Hiking in Timberland Work Boots
Comparisons 

Can you Hike in Timberland Work Boots?

February 25, 2022February 25, 2022 Pure Hiker

Almost everyone knows the classic yellow boots by Timberland. They are also knowns as Timberlands. Many brands have produced copies

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Hammock Sleeping Pad Vs. Underquilt
Comparisons 

Hammock Sleeping Pad Vs. Underquilt: Which is Better?

February 25, 2022February 26, 2022 Pure Hiker

For those who love heading into the great outdoors, there’s often nothing better than sleeping under the stars. But you

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Do I Need an Underquilt in Summer?
Hiking Tips 

Do I Need an Underquilt in Summer?

February 22, 2022February 22, 2022 Pure Hiker

Camping in temperatures below 65°F requires a lot of insulation to retain body heat and keep ourselves warm. In summer

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Do you Need a Sleeping Pad for Camping?
Hiking Tips 

Do you Need a Sleeping Pad for Camping?

February 22, 2022February 22, 2022 Pure Hiker

Preparing for a camping trip, you decide to drop your sleeping pad to keep the weight low or for whatever

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A backpacker's hammock and sleeping bag are suspended between trees at an Appalachian Trail campsite near Georgia's Chattahoochee Gap.
Comparisons 

Top Quilt vs. Sleeping Bag for Hammock Camping

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022 Pure Hiker

Your backpack has limited space so you have to make sure that what you pack works the most and weighs

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Do I Need a Pillow with a Sleeping Bag?
Hiking Tips 

Do I Need a Pillow with a Sleeping Bag?

February 8, 2022February 8, 2022 Pure Hiker

Pillows are an important component of your sleep system. They provide support to your neck and help maintain a better

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Difference Between Backpacking and Camping Tents
Comparisons 

Backpacking vs. Camping Tents: A Comparison

February 6, 2022February 6, 2022 Pure Hiker

The terms “backpacking” and “camping” are often used interchangeably. But both activities are completely different from one another. Not many

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No-Cooking Backpacking Lunch Ideas
Hiking Tips 

7 Backpacking Lunch Ideas that Don’t Require Cooking

December 28, 2021December 28, 2021 Pure Hiker

Some benefits of cooking are having a nice hot meal at the end of a long day of backpacking. It

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Outdoor Research Ferrosi vs. prAna Stretch Zion Pants
Comparisons 

Outdoor Research Ferrosi vs. prAna Stretch Zion

December 19, 2021February 7, 2022 Pure Hiker

Both Ferrosi and Stretch Zion pants are abrasion-resistant, super stretchy, lightweight, and very comfortable for climbing or long days in

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How Tall Are the Nauyaca Waterfalls?
News 

How Tall Are the Nauyaca Waterfalls?

March 29, 2025March 29, 2025 Pure Hiker

The Nauyaca Waterfalls are among the most stunning waterfalls in Costa Rica. They are located in the southern region of

Feathered Friends vs Western Mountaineering: Which Brand is Better?
News 

Feathered Friends vs Western Mountaineering

February 26, 2025 Pure Hiker
Considering a trekking pole tent? Read our guide to help you decide if it's worth it, taking into account weight, setup, space, and cost.
News 

Are Trekking Pole Tents Worth It?

March 29, 2023March 29, 2023 Pure Hiker
Can You Sleep In A Sleeping Bag Every Night?
News 

Can You Sleep In A Sleeping Bag Every Night?

April 24, 2022April 24, 2022 Pure Hiker
Can you wear Hiking Boots Casually?
Hiking Tips News 

Can you Wear Hiking Boots Casually?

December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 Pure Hiker

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