by Hiking With Shawn | Mar 11, 2026 | Hiking Tips
10 Pieces of Hiking Gear You’ll Appreciate After Mile 5 I have a list of hiking gear you’ll appreciate after mile 5, when you finally notice you’ve been hiking for a while. The first couple of miles on a hike are pretty easy for the most part. However, after mile 5,...
by Hiking With Shawn | Feb 9, 2026 | Hiking Tips
10 Small Gear Upgrades that Make Long Hikes Feel Easier We all want to make long hikes feel easier. Longer hikes tend to feel a lot harder than they should. There is just so much fatigue, discomfort, and friction. But the truth is, you don’t need big, expensive gear...
by Hiking With Shawn | Nov 29, 2025 | Hiking Tips
Building the Perfect Winter Day Hiking Kit It’s time you built your perfect winter day hiking kit so that you can enjoy the magic of winter hiking without worrying about the grim hazards that come with it. Winter hiking requires you to plan specifically. That’s...
by Hiking With Shawn | Nov 2, 2025 | Gear Reviews
Yaktrax Review for Winter Hiking Have you ever used Yaktrax on your hike before? This gear item securely attaches to your footwear to improve traction on snow and ice. Hiking in the winter often means increased dangers of slipping and falling. But Yaktrax can help...
by Hiking With Shawn | Oct 22, 2025 | Gear Reviews
SurviveX First Aid Kit Review for Hikers Have you heard of the SurviveX first aid kit for hikers? It is always advisable to carry a first aid kit on your hikes. You never know when a mishap will occur on the hiking trail. Having the right emergency supplies will...
