A professional hiker on a rocky ridge wearing an Arc'teryx jacket and Hyperlite Mountain Gear backpack, demonstrating perfect posture and balance against a dramatic alpine sky.
Backpacking and Thru-Hiking

Distribute Pack Weight to Center of Gravity

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A professional scrambler in a red Arc'teryx jacket carefully assessing a sandstone fin on an exposed ridge during golden hour.
Alpine Scrambling and Mountaineering

Test Handholds for Stability Before Committing Weight

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A professional mountaineer wearing an Arc'teryx jacket and Black Diamond helmet stands at the edge of a trail looking up at a rocky peak, illuminated by golden hour sunlight.
Types of Hiking and Trekking

Transition From Hiking to Peak Bagging Safely

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A professional hiker navigating technical scree terrain in the Dolomites wearing Arc'teryx and La Sportiva gear, demonstrating stability and confidence.
Wilderness First Aid and Emergency Preparedness

Tape Ankles to Prevent Sprains on Unstable Ground

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A professional hiker in an Arc'teryx jacket standing on a high mountain ridge, consulting a topographic map against a backdrop of dramatic peaks during golden hour.
Navigation and Route Finding

Read Terrain Features to Orient Without a Compass

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A professional hiker in a blue Arc'teryx jacket kneeling on a mossy trail, closely inspecting animal tracks with a focused expression, bathed in dappled forest sunlight.
Hiking Skills and Safety

Identify Animal Scat to Know What Is on the Trail

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Professional hiker setting up a Hilleberg tent in vast sand dunes during golden hour, demonstrating pristine gear and technical focus.
Tents and Shelters

Stake Your Tent in Sandy Soil Using Deadman Anchors

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A low-angle, high-definition shot of a trail runner sprinting up a muddy slope, wearing Salomon gear, with sunlight backlighting flying mud particles while the runner remains pristine.
Hiking Shoes

Deep Lugs Provide Traction on Muddy Slopes

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Close-up low angle shot of premium Lowa hiking boots on granite, contrasting the velvet texture of nubuck leather against the smooth finish of full-grain leather under golden alpine sunlight.
Hiking Boots

Nubuck Leather Breathability vs Full Grain Durability

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A professional alpinist inside a warm cabin inspecting a wet La Sportiva mountaineering boot, illuminated by warm firelight and cool window light.
Hiking Footwear

Dry Wet Footwear Overnight Without Melting Glue

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