Adding a small repair kit to your hiking bag can help save you from having to abandon your hike, and could even save your life in an emergency. But, premade kits can be expensive, and full of ...

Gear repair. Clothing repair — I’ve had the same duct tape ... Or you can just pack a small dime bag’s worth of baking soda and call it a day. If you’ve been backpacking for a while, you probably have ...

A High Sierras backpacking guide selects his favorite trail gear for heading out into the backcountry—from beanie to shoes. As an overnight backpacking guide in Yosemite, I’ve learned the ...

Winter hiking in Florida may just include one or ... Consider bringing a small repair kit, or even simply a pair of pliers, to fix broken gear if possible. Emma Grace is a rock-hopping, mountain ...