Arc’teryx has been designing and creating great outdoor gear since 1989. It’s a popular brand that many hikers and backpackers have shopped at or at least heard about. I thought it’d be helpful and interesting to take a closer look at some brands that are similar to Arc’teryx and see how they compare when matched […]
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Darn Tough has been making extremely durable and comfortable socks and is well known in the hiking and backpacking scene. There are plenty of features that make them one of the best options for socks available. The best alternatives to Darn Tough are: Stance Happy Socks Socks Rock Fox River Balega Invisasox London Socks Soxy
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Smartwool has been making excellent products in the camping and hiking scene for years. They’re known for their Merino wool socks including many different cushion levels. Although they have durable and affordable gear, there are some alternatives to Smartool that you might be interested in. The best available options for Smartwool alternatives are: REI Backcountry
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If you’re an active hiker or backpacker, I’m sure you’ve probably heard about the CamelBak hydration pack. It’s one of the best ways to stay cool and hydrated when out and about on adventures. Even though it’s one of the most popular options for hydration, there are other available packs that compare pretty well to
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Nikwax is a water-repellant tool that’s commonly used on outdoor gear such as jackets, boots, or tents. There are a few different options from Nikwax that help keep your gear dry and resistant to water including their green or purple spray. Although there are plenty of benefits to using Nikwax, there are other options that
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If you’re an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys hiking, snow sports, or any other outdoor winter activities, you are probably familiar with what it’s like to have freezing-cold moisture seep through your gloves, jacket, or boots. When you’re trying to stay warm, getting wet is a recipe for disaster. Gore-Tex is a textile quickly growing in
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Gore-Tex gear can be prone to develop odors. This is not necessarily due to the Gore-Tex fabric itself, rather that these garments are frequently used and stored in environments known to cause odors. The most important way to get odors out of Gore-Tex is to keep it clean and dry, thus preventing moisture and bacteria
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Camelbaks are some of the most popular hydration packs for cyclists, runners, hikers, and other outdoor enthusiasts. They are also convenient for activities like skiing because they free up your hands to hold poles while still being able to drink water. Whether you are training for an extreme competition or just trying to keep up
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If you have Gore-Tex products you may be wondering what’s the safest and easiest way to remove stains. Thankfully, the process isn’t too difficult and shouldn’t take too long until your Gore-Tex is looking brand new! Below, I’ve broken down how to remove grease from your Gore-Tex garment in four easy steps: Dampen the grease
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If you’ve bought an Arc’teryx jacket, knowing how to wash it properly is crucial. You don’t want any risk of destroying an expensive piece of kit, but if you spend a lot of time outdoors in bad weather, you’re going to need to know how to clean your jacket properly. You’ll be using your washing
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