Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Great Gifts For The Avid Hiker

By Kamryn Mattson


If your loved one adores getting out into the great outdoors and hitting the hiking trails, consider getting them a gift that complements this hobby. For a long-distance hiker, you definitely want to consider items that are very light and won't weigh them down, but there are quite a few interesting options to consider.

Quality hiking gear is not cheap, so purchasing an expensive piece of gear can be a great gift. However when it comes to items such as hiking boot or backpacks, it is best to let the hiker choose those items because you have to select items that are very supportive and comfortable for your body. However, a lightweight backpacking tent or a lightweight sleeping bag could be options for a hiker who goes on overnight and multi-day hiking trips. Simply go online or ask other hikers you know for some personal recommendations about the best brands.

If you know where your friend's next big hike will be, consider purchasing a guidebook or other type of book about the trail. There are lots of books about hiking in many areas of the country, such as the Grand Canyon, the Appalachians and Yosemite. Some of the books are personal stories about the trails; some are history books about the area and other offer helpful hints and tips for those planning a big hike in the area.

One fun item to select is an assortment of camping food. This might include some different types of energy bars and also some freeze-dried food. There are all sorts of meals to suit any taste or diet. You can find hearty meals such as freeze-dried beef stroganoff to freeze-dried

Hiking can be tough on the body, particularly the muscles and sometimes a bit of discomfort is inevitable. A gift such as a physiological hybrid shape can be quite helpful in reducing muscle pain while still allowing the freedom of motion that hikers need. The shapes support like a brace or tape without limiting motion. They are designed to cover and shield a sore area and utilize the strength from nearby muscles to provide the muscular support your body needs to keep moving. There are shapes for the knees and legs and lower back that might be a very good gift for a hiker.

These shapes will stay firmly in place for days, even with exercise, because they affix to the skin with a safe, medical-grade type of adhesive. They also are quite easy to apply and very lightweight, so you can easily add a physiological hybrid shape to your hiking pack without adding any real weight. There are several different shapes for the knees as well as shapes for the legs that help reduce hamstring pain, Achilles pain and IT band syndrome-related pain.




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