Andrew Skurka
Supreme long-distance hiker Andrew Skurka shares his hard-earned knowledge in this essential guide to backpacking gear and skills. Described byÂ ,National Geographic,Â as â€œone of the best traveled and fastest hikers on the planet,â€ and named â€œAdventurer of the Yearâ€ byÂ ,Outside,Â and â€œPerson of the Yearâ€ byÂ ,Backpacker,, Skurka recounts what heâ€™s learned from more than 30,000 miles of long-distance adventures, most recently a 4,700-mile 6-month loop around Alaska and Canadaâ€™s Yukon.,Whether youâ€™re a first-time backpacker, an occasional weekend warrior or a seasoned long-distance trekker, youâ€™ll love this guide. Learn exactly what you need to carry â€“ both on your back and between your ears â€“ for all seasons and circumstances through a show-and-tell of clothing, footwear, backpacks, shelter and sleep systems, and more, as well as through detailed articles on foot care, campsite selection and hiking efficiency. Skurkaâ€™s practical and priceless recommendations give you all the tools and techniques youâ€™ll need to hit the trail.
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The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide: Tools and Techniques to Hit the Trail