Tempted to hit the trails, but it's only 30 degrees outside? Don't worry, you can still go hiking. You just need a bit of preparation. When hiking in 30-degree weather, you should wear at...

Sweaty feet can be at best, uncomfortable, but at worst can lead to painful blisters. However, there are plenty of ways for you to manage and prevent sweaty feet while hiking. For the best tips on...

We've all had that sinking moment when you realize you have a blister on your foot. Whether it's because you are breaking in new hiking shoes or are going out for your first hike of the season, you...

Not too long ago, hiking socks were very different. Serious hikers usually wore loose fitting thick wool socks that tended to become more and more loose and rag-like, even after only a few hikes....

Should you wear silk or wool? Which is stronger? Which is more durable? Silk is stronger than wool in terms of the force it would take to break the material. Wool isn't quite as strong, but it...

Can you trust your waterproof clothing in the rain? Learn more about how cotton holds up against water in this post. Cotton fabric is not considered waterproof, but cotton canvas can be...