With the arrival of cold weather, we’ve also started thinking about the holidays. Outdoor gear has been flying off of the shelves for the past few years, so it’s not too early to start thinking about the perfect gifts for the hikers in your life.
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- CleverHiker Team
Best Hiking Leggings Leggings have the potential to become your new favorite pair of hiking pants. They’re super comfortable and flexible, so you can stretch and move freely whether you’re hiking, working out, or lounging.
How to Care for Your Tent High-quality camping and backpacking tents can be expensive, but they’re well worth the cost if you use them for years of adventures. In our experience, a little extra care goes a long way to prolong the lifespan of a shelter.
Best Base Layers Base layers are an essential part of an outdoor clothing system since temperature management is key in both blazing heat and a blizzard. Check out our rundown of the best next-to-skin layers to quickly find your perfect pair.
Sleeping Bag Care Backpacking season is coming to an end, so it’s a great time to give your gear some TLC before it sits for a bit. In this article, we'll give you tips and tricks that will make it easier to prolong the life of your sleeping bag.
GEAR PICK OF THE WEEK
Smartwool Classic Thermal Base Layer Smartwool’s Classic Thermal base layer (men’s / women’s) does an excellent job of wicking moisture, doesn't hold on to odors, and is warm yet breathable for high-output activities in cold weather.
This top is available in a variety of styles, but we like the quarter-zip version best since it allows you to dump excess heat when you’re working hard on the trail.
For climates with more mild fall/winter temperatures, we recommend the Smartwool Classic All-Season (men’s / women’s).
