Hikers often ask, “What are your best backpacking meals?” These are Outdoor Herbivore’s customer favorites. 1. Best Trail Breakfasts The time between dinner and the following morning is a long time for your body to go without food, so don’t skimp on eating in the morning. Eating after waking can […]
Product Review
Outdoor Herbivore reviews the Oboz Yellowstone II hiking boots on a day hike at Rock Jock trail in Linville Gorge. These lightweight hiking boots feature a waterproof (B-Dry) breathable membrane, waterproof nubuck leather shell, and an exceptionally grippy rubber sole. Overall, the boots were comfortable, the break in time short, […]
A review of UV Water Sterilization using the SteriPEN Journey Collecting water from a nearby river, stream or spring can often mean the water is contaminated with a host of bacteria, parasites and other organisms resulting from animal waste or decay. Fortunately, sterilizing water using ultraviolet (UV) light is quick, […]
Many ultra-lightweight backpackers carry alcohol stoves, while some won’t bother carrying a stove at all. For the rest of us, here are some considerations to keep in mind if you need to purchase a backpacking stove: Cost. Consider the long-term cost of owning the stove by factoring in the price […]