Buying gifts for hikers isn’t as easy as you might think. I mean, chances are they’ve already got the basics covered – hiking boots, a hydration pack, hiking pants – and if you’re not an avid hiker yourself, it can be difficult to know what to actually buy them.
Socks are actually a crucial tool in a hiker’s arsenal – the wrong socks can ruin your hike with blisters, sweaty feet, or just an irritating hole 10 miles into an otherwise enjoyable hike.
This is one of our tried and tested travel essentials. The bug repellant lotion is lightweight, not oily, smells nice, and has excellent coverage. We hardly ever get bitten now!
As someone who has had the terrifying experience of misjudging the length of time I needed for a hike and being stuck out in the wilderness after dark, let me tell you, I will NEVER go hiking without a headlamp ever again.