A short little guide to hiking technique

March 2022

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Find yourself with unsure footing and feeling off balance? Here are some tips to keep you strong and on your feet.

Poles Set your poles at the right height, so that the elbow is at 90-degrees when standing flat for going uphill, lengthen slightly for downhill. If using a three piece, ensure all the sections are set equally. Hand comes up through the strap to support the wrist. Pack Check load lifter straps aren’t too loose […]
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