Hey Friends,
Have you noticed the flowers starting to pop in your part of the country yet? We hope this finds you happy, healthy, and thriving.
We've been getting out for lots of brisk walks in the fresh air to stay active and keep spirits up. Of course, we've also been dreaming of all the trips we'd like to plan and fun things we'd like to do outside as spring unfolds and summer grows nearer.
In the meantime, we've been creating awesome new content to share with you. Our latest big project was creating a list of the Best Rain Jackets. We gathered up a bunch of the best jackets on the market and put them to the test in the snow, rain, and hail.
We're continuing to update all of our gear guides as well to make sure they're up-to-speed with all the latest greatest gear being released this spring. We're really excited to start using the new hammocks we picked up as soon as we get some nice dry weather.
You can also look forward to a Best Water Bottles Gear Guide, a Quick Guide to Thru-Hiking the Continental Divide Trail, a list of the Best Rain Pants, and much more soon.
As always, thanks for following along.
- CleverHiker Team |
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 | REI's Member Rewards Sale ends Monday, April 6th!
Almost all REI Co-op brand products are 25%. Check out our 35 Great Deals at REI's Member Rewards Sale for for our gear tips and recommendations. Members will also get 20% off one full-price item and should've just received their dividends (10% of their annual purchases back in store credit) - always an exciting time. Not sure how to spend it? Our 20 Great Ways to Use your REI 20% Off Coupon post will give you some great ideas to maximize your savings and pick up gear you've been wanting. REI stores are temporarily closed until further notice, but REI.com is open for business and offering free standard shipping. |
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|  | 10 Best Rain Jackets
There’s a Scandanavian saying, “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only the wrong clothing,” and we couldn’t agree more. Whatever your pleasure; walking, running, biking, or hiking - being equipped with the right mindset and a quality rain jacket will empower you to seize any opportunity to get outdoors, regardless of the forecast. |
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 | Best Hiking Shoes & Boots
When preparing for a hiking or backpacking trip, footwear will be one of the most important gear decisions you'll make. Blisters, strained muscles, and scrunched toes can quickly ruin any backcountry trip, so this is an area where testing and experience go a long way. We’ve done countless hours of footwear research...
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 | 13 Great Backpacking Meal Recipes
Making your own backpacking meals can be fun and a great way to take control over your nutrition while saving money. Store-bought freeze-dried meals are convenient and lightweight, but they can be expensive and full of preservatives. Follow the steps below to learn the basics of food dehydration, then try some of our favorite recipes... |
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 | 10 Things to Bring on Day Hikes
Whether you’re casually hiking to a favorite waterfall or bagging a difficult summit, carrying the proper equipment is absolutely critical. When things go wrong, as they often do, this can mean the difference between a minor inconvenience and a dire result. For first-timers and sage backcountry traveler alike, dialing in essential day hiking gear... |
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 | Best Hiking Socks
Wearing the right footwear is key to success in all outdoor adventures, but it's especially important for hiking and backpacking. As hikers, our feet are the workhorses that carry the load and take the most beating on the trail. Our experience has taught us that we have to treat our feet right to keep them in peak condition so we can see...
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 | How to Poop in the Woods
Bears do it, rabbits do it, heck, even lizards do it. So what’s so wrong with a human taking a turd in the woods and leaving it to the elements? What's so special about human poop that merits burial? Well, it turns out there are a lot of good reasons why you should bury your scat. With more than 2 million hikers and backpackers roaming... |
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