Whether you cycle indoors in a classroom setting or out on the open road, your feet make connection points on the pedals of your bike. The comfort of your ride and how much discomfort you experience later can be greatly affected by this connection point. Riders may find better fit between man and machine with the help of custom-fit shoes, such as with moldable insoles in your cycling shoes.
Whether you're constructing a bear hang to keep your food safe from bears and other animals or attaching loose gear to your backpack, knowing a wide variety of knots can come in handy in the backcountry. Each knot has its advan...
Ice traction cleats, also referred to as crampons, can be used for hiking or attached to ski/snowboard boots for extra grip going up the mountain. Ice traction cleats are also used to protect against slips and falls for employe...
Motorcycle riders who are involved in accidents injure their legs and feet more than any other body parts, according to an analysis by the National Trauma Bank. Properly designed biker boots provide protection. When you are cho...
The gear you wear when riding your motorcycle can not only make your ride more enjoyable, it can decrease your risk of injury or even death if you crash. Your gear also protects you from the elements and increases your visibili...
All winter boots should have a few elements in common. They should be waterproof, they should be warm and they should provide at least some traction in snow. The boots you choose should come up to at least to the hem of your pa...
Hiking boots come in all sizes, shapes and styles. The best hiking boots provide comfort, support, flexibility, light weight, arch support and waterproofing. If the shoes also provide moisture-wicking properties inside the shoe...
If you only plan to do light day hiking on moderate terrain, you don't need a heavy, expensive pair of full-grain leather boots. In fact, you may not need boots at all. Lightweight hiking shoes or even trail running shoes---muc...
Ventilators are not waterproof so they allow your feet to breathe and are often lightweight. For more extreme hiking in difficult terrain that may contain snow or ice, consider one of Merrell's Gore-Tex boots, especially the Ou...
Mid- and low-cut hiking boots and shoes are lighter than high boots. If you demand a waterproof boot, look for a lightweight hiker that includes a waterproof membrane such as Gore-Tex XCR. Extra mesh on the sides of the boot wi...
Look for a hiking boot that is specifically designed for men with wide feet. Wide boots are usually denoted by a letter written after the numerical size of the boot. The letter used for wide feet is normally E or W. The more le...
When shopping for women's hiking boots, you have many options. Hiking boots are made from a variety of materials and they come with a low-, mid- or full-cut ankle. The key things to look for when selecting your hiking boot are ...
When autumn hits the South, nature paints a swath of rich colors along places such as the mountains of northern Georgia. This means a natural wonderland for hikers, who can enjoy this foliage as early as late October, early Nov...
Backpacks for hiking--often referred to as daypacks--are designed specifically for daylong hiking trips and other short outdoor activities, such as skiing, cycling or mountaineering. Built to keep your gear organized and secure...
When you are hiking, you want clothes that will keep you comfortable without weighing you down. Choose breathable fabrics and water-wicking layers that'll keep you cool in summer and cozy in winter. Identify the largest holes i...
Hiking can an adventurous way to enjoy the outdoors. During a hiking trip, you must carry your gear, including a tent, in a backpack. The tent is essential equipment that protects you from the elements. Hiking tents come in a v...
Electronics such as watches while hiking can be an important navigational and safety tool in the wilderness. Watch companies include several features in their hiking watches such as a compass, altimeter and barometer. The best ...
Hiking daypacks are small backpacks that can be specialized for a wide range of one-day recreational activities. Daypacks can be designed with specific pockets to carry hiking, climbing or trail running gear so you can access t...
When you're hiking with small children, you have several options for getting them to the destination and back to the trailhead: use all of your cunning as you cajole them to walk it, put them into a kid-carrier backpack and hef...
