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Snag Some Gear from Kammok Before You Go Hammock Camping this Spring

Thinking of hammock camping this spring? Let Austin-based brand Kammok keep you or your buddies gear-ready in the outdoors.
Astral Hemp Donner Shoe

Astral Introduces Line of Badass, Eco-Friendly Outdoor Shoes Made of Hemp

Astral puts nature first in all of its designs. The brand's new hemp shoes are stylish, eco-friendly, and fit for hiking.
Lifestraw

Drink Dirty Water Without Worry Using the LifeStraw Filter

More than 780 million people lack access to clean water. With the LifeStraw—you don't have to be one of them, even while trekking in the backcountry.
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Stay Dry on the Trail with the Best Rain Gear for Men

There is no such thing as bad weather — just bad gear. Choose the best rain gear for hiking no matter the season.
east coast hikes

East Coast Hikes to Ruins, Ghost Towns, and Other Abandoned Splendor

The beauty of nature and the sometimes eerie, sometimes enchanting, and always intriguing vestiges of faded history can be found on these East Coast hikes.
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West Coast Wild: Three Unique, Remote Hikes in California

There are plenty of great spots to disappear far off-grid across the Golden State, but these are three of the best remote hikes in California.
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Sleep in the Wild: 4 Best Campgrounds on US National Wildlife Refuges

Overnight at the most beautiful Campgrounds on US National Wildlife Refuges. These sites feature primitive camping and plenty of hiking.
Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve of Canada

Mingan Archipelago is the Most Beautiful Canadian Park You’ve Never Heard of

Now is the perfect time to plan a solo-camping trip to one of Canada's truly unique places: Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve.
The Great Trail Canada Interactive Map

Canada Officially Completes the World’s Longest Continuous Trail System, The Great Trail

The Great Trail stretches 15,000 miles from the Pacific Ocean to the Arctic Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean across 13 provinces and territories in Canada.
Ridgemont Outback II

New Ridgemont Outback II Style is Your New “Trail-to-Bar” Hiking Boot

Ridgemont has launched a handsome new colorway of their Ridgemont Outback II boot. It's on sale on their website now and we recommend grabbing a pair.
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Summit Pack

Hyperlite Mountain Gear Summit Pack Helps You Ascend without Weighing You Down

The perfect summit pack is lightweight, expansive, and strong. We review the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Summit pack to see if it holds up.
ScentLok socks

ScentLok Socks: Defeating Odor Through Science

ScentLok makes socks that destroy odor molecules using science. They also happen to be comfortable and even rather stylish.
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Hat’s Off to Our Favorite Hiking Hats

From the fisherman to the hiker, any dedicated outdoorsman will tell you his hiking hats some of his most important gear. Here are three we love.
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The Best North American Hotels for Outdoor-Lovers

Finding a base of operations for an entire vacation’s worth of adventures is critical. Check out our list of Best North American Hotels for Outdoor-Lovers.
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The “World’s Most Dangerous Hiking Path” Reopens in Spain

Few hikes can hold a candle to Spain’s deadly El Caminito del Rey — often dubbed “the world’s most dangerous hiking path.”
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Collective Retreats is like having a High-End Hotel in some of Nature’s Wildest Spots

Collective Retreats offers a luxury hotel room in the middle of nowhere, offering you a wildly relaxing stay in the heart of nature.
The Outpost

The Outpost is the Future of the Outdoors Experience

The Outpost's model of partnering adventurers, brands, artists, athletes, and a weekend of fun in the wilderness is the future of the outdoors.
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15,568 Feet. 120 Kilometers. A Long Trek Into the Mountains of Northern Colombia

What was I doing hiking in South America-in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountain range near the coast of Colombia? I was there to write about it.
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A Man’s Thoughts Before a Journey into the Unknown

Sometimes you just have to take a journey into the unknown. Steven John shares his thoughts on traveling into the known before leaving for a mountain trek
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Trekking Shoes: The FEIT Wool Hiker Might be the Plushest Boots in Existence

A single craftsman makes each pair of FEIT's iconic trekking shoes, outfitting them with buffalo-leather insoles & a rigid outsole built for any scenario.
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Walking in the Footsteps of the Inca

Hiking the Inca Trail through the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu is both challenging and life-changing. Yet, there is nothing more awe-inspiring.
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New Danner and Burton Boots Look Great in the Snow and on the Trail

These Danner and Burton boots are the collaboration snowboarders have been waiting for. You can hit the powder or the trail and never get cold feet again.
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Choosing A Great Summit Pack

The summit pack is one of the most important pieces of gear you bring along on a serious hike or climb.
east coast hikes

Autumn East Coast Hikes

From Shenandoah to New Hampshire, the best way to enjoy fall is to hit the trail on one of these beautiful east coast hikes.
Forsake hiking boots

Hit the trail with Forsake’s Fall 2016 line

Forsake's award winning line of casual hiking boots is completely redesigned for Fall 2016. See why we're stoked to get in a pair.

Trekking: Stay connected with our favorite outdoor apps

We love to completely unplug at the Manual. Nonetheless, we've compiled a list of the best outdoor apps, whether your prefer maps of the terrain or stars.
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Venture Deep into Fall with Fjällräven Outdoor Pants

Whether you’re a hiker, a backpacker, a mountain climber, or a city slicker posing as an outdoorsman, you’ll love these hardy outdoor pants from Fjällräven.
KEENS

Feel Good Friday: KEEN Champions America’s Mountains, Rivers, Canyons, and Deserts

KEEN, an adventure footwear company, is working to increase the number of American national monuments with the “Live Monumental” campaign.
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Get The Gear: Outdoor Retailer Summer 2015

The Outdoor Retailer Summer 2015 show is the largest gear tradeshow in the country. We were lucky enough to get a sneak peak at next year's best gear.
Keen Boots

KEEN: The Boots of Summer

Choose a pair of American built KEEN boots for your summer adventures this year. Your feet will thank you, trust us.
adventure pack

Sunglasses? Check. Flask? Check. Time for Adventure

Life is one long adventure, filled with unpredictable circumstances. Wherever you roam, the Adventure Pack will protect you from glare and sobriety.
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1001 Walks You Must Take Before You Die

From coastal strolls to mountain paths, these are the best walks in the world. Navigate your next journey with tips and tricks from the experts.
wood faulk camp stool

The Wood & Faulk Camp Stool

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Kaufmann-Mercantile x The Manual Giveaway!

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Pelican Backpacks: Cutting Edge Luggage

When planning your next backpacking or hiking trip, The Manual suggests you use Pelican backpacks.