Practical guide to walking holidays: types (self-guided, guided, trekking, hut-to-hut), grade descriptions, benefits, and essential gear and safety tips to help you choose and prepare.
Practical, up-to-date options for treating stream water on the trail: boiling, chemical tablets, filters, UV devices and carbon - how they work and when to use them.
Match tent weight, season rating, ventilation, and durability to your trip. Consider freestanding vs non-freestanding designs, footprints and vestibules, and balance price with quality.
Practical guide to hiking in Switzerland: trail colors and difficulty, best season, planning tips, clothing and safety, plus combining city visits with alpine walks.
GORE-TEX uses a porous ePTFE membrane laminated to fabric to create waterproof, breathable linings in boots. Seamed tape, a DWR outer, and protective backers complete the system.