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The Trekkady Rolling Backpack

Recently, a fresh concept came across our desk: a rolling backpack made for trekking. Over the past few decades, backpacks and backpacking equipment have

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Urban Hiking in Albany, California

For those seeking 1)a change from the norm, 2)a great after-work or lunch break hike, or 3)a way to combine hiking and art, urban hiking in Albany, California

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Bay Area Hiking: Guides and Reviews to Trails around the Bay

Bay Area Hiking offers a satisfying array of trails to choose from. Wherever you are around the San Francisco Bay, start your trek here...

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Heritage Oak Beach and Meadow Trail, Lodi California

I happened across this trail on a wine tasting tour in Lodi, CA. The trail head is located near the Heritage Oak Winery Tasting Room, and it winds through

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Sunol Regional Wilderness, Hiking and Bouldering along Alameda Creek

The Sunol Regional Wilderness is an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, literally in the back yard of the urban San Francisco Bay Area. This

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Garmont Zenith Mid GTX--My New Favorite All Purpose Hiking Boot!

My new pair of Garmont Zenith Mid GTX hiking boots are my new favorites for all-purpose three-season hiking. Purchased at: REI Price: $160 USD Pros: Comfortable,

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Ireland Walking Trips

Looking for hiking options on your trip to Ireland? A Kilkenny based, Irish Hill walking company - Hillwalk Ireland-walking offers guided and self-guided

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REI Merino Wool Light Hiking Socks

REI Merino Wool Light Hiking Socks are the newest must-have addition to my arsenal of hiking gear. So far I love 'em! Merino wool reminds me that Nature

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Green Superfeet Insoles for Hiking--Can't Hike without Them!

You've got a good pair of hiking boots, maybe by Asolo, Lowa, Vasque... Now turn up the performance a few notches by adding Green Superfeet Insoles.

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Hayward Regional Shoreline, Hayward, California

The marshes at Hayward Regional Shoreline in Hayward, California are a break from the norm. The shoreline includes 1,713 acres of fresh, brackish and

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