EXPEDITION101

HiKING GEAR 101

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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LESSON 1:  HIKING BOOTS

Having the right footwear is crucial to both enjoyment and safety when you are hiking.  There are a lot of factors to consider in finding the right boots:

What kind of terrain will you be hiking on?
What will the weather be?
What time of year will you be hiking?

The expert staff at the following merchants can help you find the right boots for any situation:

Learn “How to Buy Hiking Boots” at FOGDOG.COM

Read “Cleaning, Caring for Hiking Boots” at

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

Already found your boots?  Learn about other hiking gear:

Lesson 2:  Hiking Apparel

Lesson 3:  Backpacks

Lesson 4:  Technical Gear

Lesson 5:  Food and Water

Lesson 6:  Books and Maps