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Recommended Hiking Gear

Apparel

Comfort is key when hiking!

Dry wicking base layer - Top

I recommend a long sleeved shirt, even in the Summer. The sleeves help protect your arms from twigs and branches as well as the sun. You'll be much cooler than you think!

  • Long Sleeve Shirt 
  • UPF 50+ UV Sun Protection 
  • Athletic Shirts for Hiking Running Workout Rash Guard

Dry wicking base layer - Bottom

https://amzn.to/3POztES" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Like the top, I recommend a long pants base layer. This will protect your legs from twigs and branches as well as the sun. You'll be much cooler than you think!

  • Compression Pants Leggings
  • Sports Tights
  • Performance Athletic Baselayer

Warmth layer - Fleece Top

Crafted from soft fleece fabric, this quarter-zip sweater is made with 100% Polyester for warm, quality comfort. An extra layer of fleece lining at the back helps lock in warmth.

Merrell Men's Moab 3 Mid Hiking Boot

Pigskin leather and mesh upper 100% recycled laces and webbing Bellows tongue keeps out debris Protective toe cap 100% recycled mesh lining Kinetic Fit ADVANCED removable contoured insole with reinforced heel cushioning for medium support Molded nylon arch shank Merrell Air Cushion in the heel absorbs shock and adds stability Lightweight EVA foam midsole for stability and comfort Vibram TC5+ rubber sole

Merrell Women's Moab 3 Mid Hiking Boot

Pigskin leather and mesh upper 100% recycled laces and webbing Bellows tongue keeps out debris Protective toe cap 100% recycled mesh lining Kinetic Fit ADVANCED removable contoured insole with reinforced heel cushioning for medium support Molded nylon arch shank Merrell Air Cushion in the heel absorbs shock and adds stability Lightweight EVA foam midsole for stability and comfort Vibram TC5+ rubber sole


First Aid Kit

You'll rarely need a first aid kit. But when you need one you'll be glad you have one!

Hiking First Aid Kit

Small lightweight first aid kit packed with 110 Pieces useful and valuable hospital grade first aid supplies - See the product images and the product description below for a full list of contents. We are confident that you will find that there are more and higher quality contents in our kits than any other on the market.

Gorilla Tape

Roll of this around your water bottle so you don't have to carry a full roll. This can be used for shoe and gear repair. Can also be applied over a bandage to help make the dressing waterproof.

Emergency Thermal Blanket

EMERGENCY USE - Perfect for emergency situations where warmth or protection from all-weather conditions is required. Helps prevent hypothermia and shock by retaining/reflecting up to 90% of a user's body heat. our blankets can help block rain, snow, and moisture to keep you dry in damp, wet, cold, rainy environments

Emergency Poncho

Its versatile design gives you a poncho and thermal blanket in one, making it ideal for your survival kit, survival gear, hiking gear, earthquake kit, bug out bag, or car emergency kit, so you’re always prepared, no matter what life throws your way.


Gear

These are some items you'll appreciate along the way!

Venture Pal 35L Ultralight Daypack

  • Venture Pal 35L Ultralight Lightweight Packable Foldable Travel Camping Hiking Outdoor Sports Backpack Daypack

Fox 40 Sonik Blast Whistle

  • 120+ Decibels of high pitch Shrill rises above ambient Noise and can be heard over a Mile away
  • 100% constructed of high-impact ABS plastic-So they're 100% impervious to Moisture
  • Pealess Design, No moving Parts-nothing to obstruct Sound, nothing to jam, break or freeze
  • Ideal for large Crowd Areas such as Football Stadiums, Motorsport Race Tracks, Airport Runways, Cons
  • Fox 40 cannot be overblown-the harder you blow, the louder the sound

Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles

Made of 100% Carbon Fiber, each pole weighs only 7.6 oz allowing you to keep your backpacking gear lightweight. Lighter & more versatile than aluminum, you’ll move quicker and exert less energy allowing you to walk longer distance.

SUUNTO M-3 Compass

Precise And Reliable: The M-3 NH features a needle blanced for northern hemisphere, adjustable declination, scales in metric and imperial, luminescent markings for low light use, and a magnifying lens on a transparent baseplate for easy use with maps

Dry bags

When it comes to things you want to keep dry do NOT trust a zip locking type bag! Use a bag that is designed to be water proof. Make sure your phone, key fob, clothes, and anything else you want to keep dry stays dry!


Communication

These items will help you stay in touch when you're in the middle of nowhere.

Motorola T605 Two Way Radios

  • IP67 Waterproof: Count on the T605 H2O two-way waterproof radio to keep you connected whether on land or at sea. With its IP67 standard, the T605 H2O withstands constant submersion of up to 1m for 30 minutes and repels the heaviest rain.
  • Advanced Built-in Flashlight with White and Red LEDs: Select the white LED setting on the built-in flashlight to light your way during evening activities, unexpected emergencies or power outages.
  • Know the Weather In Advance: Keep updated with real-time weather con

Garmin InReach

  • Small, rugged, lightweight satellite communicator enables two-way text messaging even in areas with no cell coverage (Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices)
  • Send two-way messages globally; easily text back and forth directly with friends via the Garmin Messenger app, even when you’re out of cellular coverage. (Active satellite subscription required.)

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