<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><!--generator="hikingideas/1.0"--><rss version="2.0" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"><channel><title>Hiking Ideas News</title><link>http://www.hikingideas.com/news.aspx</link><description>Backpacking and Hiking news from around the Internet.</description><language>en-us</language><copyright>Copyright (c) 2007-2008 Sawtooth Gear LLC</copyright><pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2010 07:04:26 GMT</pubDate><webMaster>support@hikingideas.com</webMaster><generator>hikingideas/1.0</generator><item><title>What's the best commuting bike for urban/city riding?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201003/20100312.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2010 07:04:26 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201003/20100312.html</guid><description><![CDATA[What are your top choices for a commuter urban/city bike for NYC under $1,000? Also, the bike needs to handle long afternoon rides (50+ miles) through the city. I've looked at Cannondale, Swobo, Specialized, Marin, and others, need some help. Thanks!...]]></description></item><item><title>How should I dress for snowshoeing?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201003/20100310.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:28:42 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201003/20100310.html</guid><description><![CDATA[I recently went for a snowshoe hike in the Adirondack mountains and struggled to maintain a comfortable temperature. The day started out at -11 degrees F and as long as I stayed moving I was warm, but once I stopped I would freeze! How do I layer pr...]]></description></item><item><title>What's the best ultra-light waterproof/breathable tent out there?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201003/20100305.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:58:55 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201003/20100305.html</guid><description><![CDATA[I have a Bibler Ahwahnee, which is a brilliant tent, but I see new options for tents that are a kilo or more lighter. Having compared Black Diamond's HiLight and Nemo's Nano, they look sturdy and light. But how can I check for breathability to m...]]></description></item><item><title>What inexpensive rain jacket should I get for long slogs in Southeast Alaska?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100226.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 06:50:31 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100226.html</guid><description><![CDATA[I'm working in Southeast Alaska (Juneau) again for the summer as a deckhand on a whale-watching tour boat. The rain jackets they gave us last year weren't all that great, and I want to bring something that offers a little more protection. I...]]></description></item><item><title>What are the best shoes for day hiking in New Zealand?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100224.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:46:19 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100224.html</guid><description><![CDATA[I am an avid reader of your advice and I like the way you also explain technologies. So here's a question that involves both: I would like some shoes for day hikes of up to six hours. I already have some great boots (Meindl Burma) for multi-day trips...]]></description></item><item><title>What's the best pack out there for traveling without checking a bag?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100222.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2010 10:44:17 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100222.html</guid><description><![CDATA[I travel a good deal, mostly to visit friends or on vacations. I've made it my goal to never check a bag, which of course dictates that I pack simply (and wash clothes often). It also demands the right bag for the job. What would you recommend?...]]></description></item><item><title>What's the best altimeter watch on the market?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100218.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2010 06:16:16 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100218.html</guid><description><![CDATA[I'm trying to find a good watch with a solid altimeter and such, and was wondering what you thought of the Suunto Core Extreme Edition Red. Is it worth the money, or is there a better option?...]]></description></item><item><title>PBP Episode 45 - Hammocks 101</title><link>http://www.practicalbackpacking.com/blog/archives/000049_pbp_episode_45_hammocks_101.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Feb 2010 12:55:22 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Practical Backpacking™ Podcast</dc:creator><category>Practical Backpacking™ Podcast</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.practicalbackpacking.com/blog/archives/000049_pbp_episode_45_hammocks_101.php</guid><description><![CDATA[This episode is all about hammocks. I've asked Brandon Waddy of Warbonnet Outdoors to help answer some basic, introductory questions regarding camping hammocks and hammock accessories. Brandon and I discuss the types, benefits, and features of hammocks. And offer some practical tips for the use of hammocks in the backcountry.]]></description></item><item><title>Are there any hiking boot-friendly cross-country ski bindings?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100208.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:07:51 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100208.html</guid><description><![CDATA[I use snow-shoes for winter backpacking and I love it; but I think I could cover more ground and enjoy it more if I used skis. Can you recommend a cross-country ski binding that will accept my perfect fitting Asolo TPS 535 hiking boots?...]]></description></item><item><title>Is there one soft-shell jacket that can do it all?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100205.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 11:54:58 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100205.html</guid><description><![CDATA[I've been searching for an elusive jacket for more than six months. My ideal selection would be a soft shell for fall/winter/early spring activities. The jacket would need a detachable/stowable hood, armpit zips, and two or more pockets for stowing g...]]></description></item><item><title>What are the best boots for climbing Matterhorn?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100203.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:58:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100203.html</guid><description><![CDATA[What boots do you suggest for climbing Matterhorn in July? Is La Sportiva's Nepal perfect or is something else more suitable? Way too many choices to sift through and comprehend. Plus all the arguments online about leather versus synthetic. Hopi...]]></description></item><item><title>What are the best waterproof hiking pants for touring Patagonia?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100201.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:33:40 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201002/20100201.html</guid><description><![CDATA[I'm going to Patagonia soon, and I'd like to add some waterproof hiking pants to my gear. I'm not looking for over pants but an everyday pant that just happens to be water repellent. I bought some Frogg Toggs. but they are too bulky. Any suggestions?...]]></description></item><item><title>What's the best pack for both summer and winter?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201001/20100128.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 07:29:11 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201001/20100128.html</guid><description><![CDATA[Is there a backpack that can function as a winter pack for carrying my snowboard but also be used in the summer for hauling climbing gear on day trips?...]]></description></item><item><title>When's the right time to buy a  fashion-forward warmer-weather soft shell?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201001/20100118.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2010 18:38:13 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201001/20100118.html</guid><description><![CDATA[I need a soft-shell jacket with high breathability that I can also use for casual wear most of the time. I'm going to use it on spring and cool summer nights. Basically something I can wear with a T-shirt after hiking or rock climbing, something high...]]></description></item><item><title>What are the best boots for a professional dog hiker?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201001/20100115.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2010 13:22:30 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201001/20100115.html</guid><description><![CDATA[I am trying to find the best boot setup for my job. I am a professional dog hiker. My job entails hiking five to six miles a day three days a week with 13 dogs throughout the winter in mountainous terrain. Generally I am moving so much that I am s...]]></description></item><item><title>Can I use an emergency blanket as an ultra-light alternative to a sleeping bag?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201001/20100113.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:51:12 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201001/20100113.html</guid><description><![CDATA[Do emergency blankets make a good alternative for a sleeping bag, in terms of ultra-light backpacking? Would they be good for repetitive use?...]]></description></item><item><title>What's the best clothing for cold-weather paddling?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201001/20100111.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:09:19 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201001/20100111.html</guid><description><![CDATA[Hi, I want to get my husband some cold-weather gear for paddling (wet suit, paddle jacket) so he can kayak year round. What products would you suggest to keep him warm?...]]></description></item><item><title>I'm an aspiring cycling racer... on a budget.  What kind of wheels should I get?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201001/20100108.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 06:26:26 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201001/20100108.html</guid><description><![CDATA[I'm convinced there's no objective info out there about bike wheels anymore. I want a set of lightweight aero road-bike wheels for racing, but do real people actually pay $2,000 bucks for carbon deep-dish wheels? In other words, are carbon wheels dis...]]></description></item><item><title>What's the best midlayer jacket for winter backpacking?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201001/20100106.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 11:55:44 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/201001/20100106.html</guid><description><![CDATA[Hi! I'm trying to decide on a jacket to use as an insulating midlayer for backpacking this winter. I want one that's warm while sedentary, but really breathable while doing aerobic activity. I'm not sure what to go with: fleece, soft shell, or...]]></description></item><item><title>The temperature ratings on sleeping bags confuse me. Can you help?</title><link>http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/200912/20091231.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Dec 2009 07:17:54 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</dc:creator><category>Outside Magazine Gear Reviews</category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/gearguy/200912/20091231.html</guid><description><![CDATA[I?m looking to invest in a sleeping bag and want to know how to choose the proper temperature rating. You?ve said that it must be rated ten degrees warmer than the coldest temperatures expected. Why is that? And is that in degrees Celsius? Also, I w...]]></description></item></channel></rss>