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Fly Fishing For Beginners – Gear Needs, Setup & Everything You Need to Get Started
If you are new to fly fishing, there is a lot to learn, but the journey is worthwhile. This article aims to help you understand the basics around a fly fishing rod setup.
Best Budget Backpacks – Top Hiking & Backpacking Packs In Your Budget
Here, we’re highlighting the best hiking backpacks on a budget, plus a few tips for choosing the right pack for your needs.
Best Beginner & Advanced Fly Rod Combos & How To Choose
We list some of the best fly fishing rod and reel combos on the market for beginners. These choices will provide performance, durability, and do so on a budget.
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Types Of Fishing Rods & Poles Explained [Key Differences]
If you are in search of a particular type of fishing rod, but aren't exactly sure what type of rod or pole you are looking for, you've come to the right place. Here we explain the key differences between each type of fishing rod to help you choose the tool that best...
Butt Chafing and How to Avoid It: Tips for Treatment, Care, & Prevention while Hiking, Biking, & Staying Active
It’s time to talk about something a little sensitive...literally. Butt chafing: we’ve all experienced it, and yet barely talk about it, despite it being a reality for many athletes and outdoor enthusiasts during warmer months. Chafing is painful, sticky, and can leave...
Fishing With Dry Flies (For Beginners): Tips & Techniques
Fly fishing has been undergoing something of a popularity renaissance; in 2020, about 7.8 million people went fly fishing in the U.S. This number was up by 42% from the 5.5 million who fly fished just 10 years earlier, and up 20% from 2016’s numbers. With the wealth...
Best Roof Tents For Subarus
Picture this: You’re out camping at your favorite spot. You’ve had a great night’s sleep, and you’re ready to start the day. You yawn, stretch, and then go down the ladder to hit the ground and get ready to hike. The ladder? Yes! When you sleep in a rooftop tent,...
Tifosi Sunglasses Review: Crit
When you’re an outdoors enthusiast, having a great pair of sunglasses is absolutely crucial. UV damage to your eyes is irreversible, but sunglasses can do a lot more than offer protection. The right lens color or treatment can also make certain activities easier,...
Best Yosemite Hikes: Hiking Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park is one of America’s outdoor treasures. First protected in 1864, the park became America’s third national park in 1890 and was designated as a World Heritage Site in 1984. It is one of the largest non-fragmented habitat blocks left in the...
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