What we now call fleece in modern clothing is a relatively new invention from Patagonia in the 1960s. Is it possible for this new clothing material to be better than sheep's wool? fleece and...
Category: Camping
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...
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...
I wanted to write this post because I've camped several times in Texas during the summer and I definitely did hate myself. Southeast Texas summers are brutal--but I've learned some tips along the...
