Pure Hiker, Author at Pure Hiker

I know many people avoid camping and backpacking because, at some point, they’ve had a miserable night time experience. In

6 Reasons to Ditch your Sleeping Bag for a Blanket

Choosing a blanket over a sleeping bag can be a good idea when you want to keep things simple. Blankets,

Arc’teryx has long been known for distributing extremely high-quality outdoor gear and apparel. Whether you’re attacking an extreme alpine endeavor,

Yes, hiking boots can be washed in the washing machine but it is not recommended because it can damage your

In this article, I am going to show you how you can safely and effectively wash your worn, dirty, and

Most of the time insects in the wilderness are an annoyance rather than a danger. The buzz around your ears

Choosing a pack to fit your body type is generally a function of two simple measurements; your torso length and

A backpacking quilt is essentially just like a sleeping bag so you’re going to use it at night as a

A lot of people have a misconception about hammock camping that all you need to do it is just a

The primary difference between a mummy and a rectangular sleeping bag is the shape but it’s the function that distinguishes