I was first exposed to compression socks back in spring of 2018, when Holly and I led Hobnail’s inaugural trek Nepal’s Mt. Everest Base Camp. I must’ve read somewhere (or Holly did) that if you’re embarking on a long-haul flight, you should wear compression socks to...
Walk into any outdoor store and you’ll find a plain T-shirt that costs about as much as a nice steak dinner. It’s made from the wool of a sheep who, apparently, lives better than most of us. Is it worth it?Let’s talk fabric. Merino wool This...
If you’ve ever stepped off a long-haul flight into some far away location feeling slightly detached from reality and downright weird, you already know jet lag is not just “being tired.” It’s disorienting. Your body feels out of sync with your surroundings, and no...
If you’ve ever gone on a hike wearing a basic cotton T-shirt, you probably learned the hard way that not all fabrics are created equal — especially when, after a long uphill slog, your sweat-soaked shirt becomes a cold, heavy, clammy, hypothermia-inducing garment that...
When you’re headed into the mountains on a trek, your gear becomes part of your body. Your backpack isn’t just a container—it’s a critical tool for comfort, efficiency, and injury prevention. Understanding the physics behind packing can dramatically affect your...
When embarking on a high-altitude trek, you’ll hear the same advice over and over from those in the know: “Drink plenty of water!” And while that’s solid guidance, it’s a bit like advising someone to make bread using only flour — sure, it’s a key ingredient, but...
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