Category: Gear
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Backpacking for Beginners: A Detailed Starter’s Guide
by Two Outliers 
In this guide to backpacking for beginners, we’ve outlined everything we wish we knew when we started our backpacking careers.
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Guide to the Best Backpacking Kitchen Essentials
by Two Outliers
When you’re tired and hungry after a long day of hiking, you need backpacking kitchen gear that makes preparing dinner a breeze. There is nothing quite like sitting down to take that first bite of a piping hot meal after a full day of backpacking. But not having the right gear can make what should be one of the most relaxing moments of your … Read More Guide to the Best Backpacking Kitchen Essentials
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Best Hiking Clothes for Summer: Men’s & Women’s
by Two Outliers
In this article, we’ve outlined all the best hiking clothes for summer, including gear specific to both men and women. When the weather starts to warm up and the calendar moves from the dark, dreary winter months to the rainy and cooler temps of spring, you know summer, and therefore hiking season, is just around the corner. If your REI rewards just hit your … Read More Best Hiking Clothes for Summer: Men’s & Women’s
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Best Hiking Clothes for Women
by Two Outliers
There are so many options for women’s hiking clothes out there that sorting through it all to find something you’ll actually be comfortable (and reasonably stylish…) in can be a challenge. As an avid hiker and backpacker, I’ve spent years trying different pieces of women’s hiking clothes and I think I’m close to perfecting my layers! In this article, I’ll break down all the … Read More Best Hiking Clothes for Women
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12 Best Day Hiking Lunch Ideas
by Two Outliers
As both foodies and hikers, we’ve compiled a list of the best day hiking lunch ideas! Heading out on the trail but sick of the same boring snacks and lunch options? Luckily for you, we’ve compiled our favorite hiking lunch ideas in the article below. We spend almost all of our weekends hiking and have tried all of the ideas on this list so … Read More 12 Best Day Hiking Lunch Ideas
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Guide to the Best Hiking Shorts for Men
by Two Outliers
I know how overwhelming it can be to choose a pair of hiking shorts so I’ve put together a comprehensive guide to the best hiking shorts for men. For something as simple as a pair of shorts, there are seemingly endless options and it can be impossible to decide which pair to purchase. As an avid hiker, I’ve tested out my fair share of … Read More Guide to the Best Hiking Shorts for Men
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Hiking Gear For Rain + Tips for Hiking in the Rain
by Two Outliers
In this article, we’ll share a list of all the hiking gear for rain that you need, plus a few tips to make the most of hiking in the rain.
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Day Hike Packing List: What Do You Really Need to Pack for a Hike
by Two Outliers
Are you new to hiking and trying to figure out what to pack for a day hike? Or an experienced hiker looking to upgrade your gear? In this article, we’ll tell the 9 items that are always on our packing list for day hikes, along with our favorite pieces of gear for each. We’ll keep it simple, and highlight the items we always keep … Read More Day Hike Packing List: What Do You Really Need to Pack for a Hike
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7 Best Hiking Jackets for Women
by Two Outliers
With so many hiking jackets for women to choose from, finding the best option can be a challenge! Need a warm jacket for hiking in cold weather? An ultralight jacket that packs down small for backpacking? A reliable waterproof rain jacket? Or a lightweight option that won’t cause you to overheat? I’ve got you covered! In this article, I will give you all the … Read More 7 Best Hiking Jackets for Women
