Just North of Fredericksburg, TX offers great views and fun bouldering. Lower loop trail is longer at 4 miles and easier on knees, less exposed. For more details visit http://h1ker.com/enc hanted-rock/
http://h1ker.com/hyd rapak-morro/ for full written review with images and updates. The morro is perfect to keep you hydrated on short hikes and offers enough room to pack a windbreaker or rain coat. It would also be good for mountain biking or snowboarding.
A couple nice views and snowboarding footage from the middle of Hidden Valley in Rocky Mountain National Park, near Estes Park. Road gap footage of Trail Ridge road and Rainbow Curve. For a full overview and more info visit http://h1ker.com/hid den-valley-rocky-mou ntains/
These boots come with an adjustable insole that makes them stiffer, softer or inward outward slanting. They are great for short to mid range hikes and have built in breathable water proofing with Gore-Tex. For the full review check out http://h1ker.com/wol verine-compass/
http://h1ker.com/got oob-review/ for the full written review. GoToobs let you easily take liquids and gels on trips, they come in three convenient sizes and some include suction cups for easy storage on bathroom walls and mirrors. All models include a twistable top to specify contents as well as a squirt valve to prevent leakage.
http://h1ker.com/inj inji-toe-socks/ - for the full written review. Toe socks offer moisture wicking properties, free toes up, add balance and support to your posture and will work with Vibram's FiveFinger shoes.
http://h1ker.com/how -to-pick-hiking-boot s/ - for the full written review. Hiking boots are important, they are the interface between you and the trail and choosing the right one can be the difference between a good day or a hurt foot with cuts, blisters and bunions. In this review I discuss boot materials, fit and function to help you get a leg up.
http://h1ker.com/exo fficio-underwear/ - for the full written review. Exoffico is known for their durable adventure gear, in this review I cover their $25 underwear and explore the ventilating, moisture wicking and quick drying properties that make them perfect for hiking and backpacking. Visit the URL to learn more about how to launder synthetic underwear.
http://h1ker.com - for hiking reviews, guides, photos and video. This short intro to H1KER.com and me, Court, explains my motivation for starting the site and what is contained there. It is displayed on the About page at H1KER.com