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Hiking vs Trekking: what’s the difference between a hike and a trek

Ever wondered if there’s a difference between hiking and trekking? There is. Let’s explore those differences. Hiking vs trekking; is…

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Ultralight Backpacking Gear List: Keeping Your Rucksack Light

I’ve always been the kind of hiker who tries to lighten the load in their rucksack, packing only the hiking…

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The Hikers Guide To Black Toenails

Every week, Jake and I will be answering questions submmitted by visitors and subscirbers to TrekSumo. The aim is help…

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Extreme cold weather sleeping bags: a guide

Going on an adventure of any sort can be a big deal. And when you strike out into those really…

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What to wear hiking: a high level guide for hikers

One of the most often asked questions we have here at TrekSumo is: what to wear hiking? And it’s one…

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Hiking boots or shoes: the great debate

The great hiking boots or shoes debate has been raging for years. On one side, the seasoned veterans who were…

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The Ultimate Walking Boot Guide

Welcome to the ultimate walking boot guide. Jake and I are seasoned hikers with a number of major expeditions under…

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Hiking Brand Deep-Dive: Rab

Anyone who has read this blog a lot over the last few years will know that both authors are lovers…

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