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How to Walk Straight while HikingBackpacking + Hiking Tips

How to Walk Straight while Hiking

Brian Fryer

Over the years of my thru-hiking endeavors I have progressed in my ability to be a better hiker. I think most long distance hikers...

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The Art of the BailBackpacking + Hiking Tips

The Art of the Bail

Brian Fryer

View from the Wonderland Trail Remember the Clint Eastwood movie, The Eiger Sanction? During the climbers meeting, Clint suggests that their planned route leaves...

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Backpacking + Hiking Tips

Guide to Seam Sealing Tent or Tarp

Brian Fryer

Seam sealing is a procedure necessary for most tents and tarps to keep water from leaking through the stitching. This is caused by the...

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Backpacking + Hiking Tips

Water Dipper for Hiking

Brian Fryer

Cut a small water reservoir in half and use it as a water scoop in small streams Ever want to carry a scooping cup...

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Being a Weekend WarriorBackpacking + Hiking Tips

Being a Weekend Warrior

Brian Fryer

Over the course of my hiking "career", I've been blessed with being able to hike weeks or even months at a time. I've seen...

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