EXPEDITION101

HiKING GEAR 101

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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LESSON 3:  BACKPACKS

Since you'll need to keep your hands free, you need a backpack that can safely store anything you might want to bring along on your hike.  But there are many options to choose from:

Daypack or frame pack?
Nylon or canvas?
Single compatrment or multi-compartment?

The expert staff at the following merchants can help you find the right backpack for your hike:

Read “Simplifying The Ever-Technical Backpack” at

Read “Picking The Perfect Pack” at

Learn “How to Buy a Backpack” at FOGDOG.COM

Learn more about all of these merchants' selections at our HIKING SHOP

Once you've found your backpack, learn about other hiking gear:

Lesson 1:  Hiking Boots

Lesson 2:  Hiking Apparel

Lesson 4:  Technical Gear

Lesson 5:  Food and Water

Lesson 6:  Books and Maps