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Hiking Footwear
Find the perfect hiking boots and trail runners for any terrain
Salomon
Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX
Lightweight, waterproof hiking shoes for day hikes
Backpacks
Day packs and backpacking packs for every adventure
Navigation
GPS devices, compasses, and maps for safe trail navigation
Garmin
Garmin inReach Mini 2
Satellite communicator with SOS and GPS tracking
Hydration
Water bottles, filters, and hydration systems
The 10 Essentials
Every hiker should carry these 10 essential items on every hike, regardless of distance or difficulty. They could save your life.
- 1 Navigation (map, compass, GPS)
- 2 Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses)
- 3 Insulation (extra clothing)
- 4 Illumination (headlamp)
- 5 First-aid supplies
- 6 Fire (matches, lighter)
- 7 Repair tools and knife
- 8 Nutrition (extra food)
- 9 Hydration (extra water)
- 10 Emergency shelter
Build Your Kit
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