A recent survey by the Adventure Travel Trade Association found that hiking has become the most popular outdoor activity amongst adventure travelers.  It is easy to see why — it is a relaxing pastime that combines exercise with adventure! The popularity of hiking has led to the introduction of many new types of hiking gadgets.  They range from technologically advanced GPS systems through to clever eating tools.  In this guide, we’ll share the hiking tools that we consider “essential”.  They will make your hiking adventures safer, more comfortable, and a lot of fun.   CamelBak All Clear Having access to...

 The Best Hiking Sandals for Women The Ultimate Hiking Sandal Guide Hiking is an exhilarating past-time that can take you to some amazing places.  The feeling of freedom you experience when exploring a new trail is hard to beat! To make the most of your hiking experiences, it’s important to have the right equipment.  This includes sun protection, a water bottle, first aid equipment and most importantly — high quality footwear.  So what options are available for female hikers?  Traditionally, you would simply buy a pair of women’s hiking boots that fully enclose the foot.  While they will protect your...

Best Water Shoes for Women The Ultimate Water Shoe Guide   When you’re walking in murky water, sometimes it’s best not to know exactly what’s under your feet. The only thing you need to know is that your little piggies are well protected from whatever lies below. That’s where owning a great pair of water shoes comes in handy!   The right pair of water shoes (aka swim shoes, aqua shoes, pool shoes) will give you the freedom to go wherever you want go—whether that’s hiking the Napali coast (Kauai, Hawaii), rafting down the Colorado River, or just lying on...