Terrain · 3 field notes
Hiking field notes.
Clothing, carry, and comfort choices built around the terrain and time you actually have.
Terrain Hiking · 3 guides · Reviewed weekly
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Every hiking note, in order.
hiking8 min read
How to layer for a day hike without carrying your whole closetUse base, insulating, and shell layers, adjusting them as activity and weather change.
hiking6 min read
Rain shell or wind shell: choose for the weather you will actually hike inUse a water-resistant wind shell for short, light rain; use waterproof rainwear when precipitation persists or becomes driving rain.
hiking9 min read
A hiking boot fit guide for long descentsTry hiking boots with your trail socks, walk on an incline if possible, and check that your toes are not cramped.
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