Hiking is one of the best ways to get in touch with nature and stay active.
As a sustainable adventure travel website, we understand the importance of taking care of your hiking gear, especially your backpack.
Your backpack is your lifeline when hiking and keeping it well-maintained and clean is essential for a comfortable and safe hike.
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We’ve all been there. The random forgotten pear or the gross moldly growth from the pack staying in the closet too long. So, how to clean a canvas backpack? The last thing we want to do is ruin the material’s breathability or take off a zipper on an expensive canvas … Read More
The last thing we want to do is ruin the material’s breathability or take off a zipper by a rough tumble in the dryer on a good backpack.
I absolutely love my Birkenstocks and have hiked in them in my home in California, Germany, Romania and the island of Crete.
However, I’m not taking them anywhere in winter, heavy rain or longer than 5 miles.
As a physical therapist and avid hiker, I usually wear trail runners to hike but there’s a time and place for hiking in Birkenstocks.
And not all Birkenstocks are created equal and you may be surprised.
Are you wondering what washing a backpack will do to it? Will it ruin it? As a hiking obsessed mom, I’ve had my fair share of backpack problems both for school bags and for hiking. Your backpack is your lifeline when hiking and keeping it well-maintained and clean is essential … Read More
I’ve had my fair share of forgotten bananas in the top pocket of my amazingly comfortable Jack Wolfskin pack and it’s gotten a little ripe. So, can you wash a Jack Wolfskin hiking backpack? The last thing we want to do is ruin the material’s breathability or take off a … Read More
This article will show you the safest procedures on how to clean a North Face backpack.
Read until the end where you’ll learn the safest cleaning detergent solution for terrible stains and dirt that help keep the breathability and waterproofing layer.
Do you need gaiters for hiking? The answer is, it depends. A gaiter is a fabric guard that covers the gap between your pants and your hiking shoes or boots. There is a loop on one end that wraps under your heel and the other end wraps around your ankle … Read More
Learn how to clean your Osprey backpack without damaging its material or zippers. Discover the safest and easiest methods in this article, including a cleaning solution for tough stains that preserves breathability and waterproofing.
It’s the age old question: Can you hike in a skirt without chafing? The answer is…it depends. Are you tired of hiking in the same old pants or shorts? Have you considered hiking in a skirt? Many hikers, both male and female, have discovered the benefits of hiking in a … Read More
When it comes to hiking, having the right gear is essential. And one of the most important pieces of gear you’ll need is a good pair of hiking boots. But with so many different types and styles of hiking boots on the market, it can be tough to know exactly … Read More