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hiking essentials for the girls 🥾
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Allison Rieger
If I was just starting out with hiking, here's what I would buy before hitting the trails! Starting with this basic gear will set you up for success on most day hikes. My boyfriend and I LOVE taking vacations to national parks (we often need a break ...
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Hiking Shoes
 
Hiking Clothes
 
Bags / Backpacks
 
Safety Gear

Hiking Shoes

PLEASE get hiking boots for moderate/advanced trails (no normal tennis shoes!)

 
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my current hiking boots from Timberland! so cute and comfy
Women's White Ledge Waterproof Hiking Boot
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for post-hike walking after your feet are destroyed haha
Arizona Soft Footbed Suede Leather Taupe
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Hiking Clothes

hiking-specific clothing isn't 100% necessary if you're just starting out, but here are some of my faves!

 
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perfect hiking shorts (water resistent, drawstring, zipper pockets)
Women's Endless Strand Shorts | Columbia
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REI has some great women's hiking clothes like these comfy shorts
REI Co-op Trailmade Shorts - Women's | REI Co-op
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these Nike cargo pants are so cute and water repellent!
Nike ACG "Smith Summit" Women's Cargo Pants
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love this jacket from Columbia for hiking in colder temps
Women's Hikebound II Jacket | Columbia
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hiking pants from REI for cooler weather (lots of pockets)
REI Co-op Trailmade Pants - Women's | REI Co-op
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Bombas socks are definitely pricey but worth it in my opinion
Women's Hiking Calf Sock 3-Pack
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Bags / Backpacks

a hydration pack is also a total necessity, stay hydrated!

 
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a necessity! I like this one because it isn't super big/bulky
CamelBak Velocity Trail 100 oz. Hydration Pack
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I always keep my phone in a fanny pack around my chest/waist so I can take pictures!
Curved Crossbody Bag 3L | Men's Bags,Purses,Wallets | lululemon
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Safety Gear

and of course, safety gear to make sure you're safe on the trails

 
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please carry BEAR SPRAY if you are anywhere in bear country!
Bear Deterrent Spray - 8.1 fl. oz.
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small first aid kit that is perfect for hiking backpacks
Day Hike First-Aid Kit
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headlamp for early AM sunrise or late night hikes
Black Diamond Astro 300-R Rechargeable Headlamp | REI Co-op
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another necessity! I've tried many different electrolyte mixes but Liquid I.V. is my favorite
Strawberry Lemonade Hydration Multiplier®
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