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Outdoor Things: Hiking Essentials
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items I love hiking and the outdoors. This year I’m aiming for 12 hikes, one a month. I’m currently at 3 so I have some catching up to do. Here’s a list of some of the gear I have or am getting soon.
One of the top hiking brands. Moab’s will keep you grounded and comfortable on your hike or your next outdoor adventure.
Merrell Official: Top Rated Hiking Footwear & Outdoor Gear
My next pair for the trails is a Hoka. I prefer low profile shoes, my ankles are pretty decent. They do have mid and high profile hiking books.
Trail Running Shoes | HOKA®
Pants that unzip into shorts. Great for spring hikes. In NC the temperature varies some, this helps to regulate temperature.
Women's Outdoor Pants & Capris - The North Face
REI has a ton of hiking supplies and some of the preferred brands for outdoorsy stuff: camping, hiking, kayaking and more
REI: A Life Outdoors is a Life Well Lived | REI Co-op
Hot/Cold love a Yeti
YETI: Drinkware, Hard Coolers, Soft Coolers, Bags and More
Dick’s gets mentioned, for all things outdoors. Stay long enough you just might get a boat.
Camping & Hiking Gear - DICK'S Sporting Goods
I got introduced to AllTrails from my hiking group. They have the trails mapped out for you, gives you additional information about the trails and you can view and add photos of the trails. Perfect for planning your day or weekend out.
AllTrails: Trail Guides & Maps for Hiking, Camping, and Running ...
From Mountain to Sea, NC has a lot to offer. PBS has me hooked on the NC trails 🥾
Annual Passes | NC State Parks
If you’re like me and you don’t like wearing those thick white sunscreen Fenty’s moisterizer with mineral SPF 30 might be a good try. It’s lightweight and refillable. Save your skin and the environment.
Hydra Vizor - Face Moisturizer SPF 30 | Fenty Skin
I’m not a fan of music in the woods, but if you ever need to chase off a bear a JBL will do it!
Bluetooth Speakers from the Official JBL Shop
Anker makes powerful powerbanks. A 10000mAh is good for a weekend camping trip. They also have solar powerbanks that recharge with the sun.
Power Banks - Anker US
Trekking poles come in handy if you roll your ankles or need extra support. Using them during snow season in the mountains helps keep your butt off the ground
Cascade Mountain Tech 100% Carbon Fiber Trekking Pole, 2-pack
Hiking is hard enough, but if you really want to challenge yourself, get a weighted vest. I personally prefer ankle weights (linked below), But this will increase your hike intensity.
Nautilus Weighted Vest 12 lb. with Adjustable Fit | Costco
So im trying to reduce polyester in my wardrobe, so for hikes (outside of winter) I wear cotton leggings (95/5 Spandex), yes from Walmart. Have a couple pairs, they don’t cost much.
No Boundaries Womens Leggings in Womens Pants - Walmart.com
For my fellow fallers who get cuts scrapes, bruises on the trail always have first aid kit. Alcohol prep, bandaid, antiseptic creams, scissors, triangle bandage (I used to be a safety manager 😊) it’s better to be prepared.
Mini First Aid Kits Bulk - Walmart