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 Bikepacking 101 The permutations available in bikepacking setups are endless. Essentials + comforts + style points  = what will be best for you.  The obvious foundation for a bikepacking setup is the bike itself comprised of the wheels, the components or groupset, and the frame. Within these three are even more options that should work synergistically, and chosen to make your journey as successful as possible. Some ask what the perfect bike for bikepacking would be. In my opinion, the bike that you have is the best option because "it's much easier to ride what you have than to ride what you want."  The gear. From an S24O (sub-24hour-overnighter) to multi-day excursions, you should know what you have, how to use it, and how to live without it if something were to go wrong. Equipment mishaps are rare but can happen, and cooking over a fire might be the only option you have, instead of using your jetboil stove. How to Plan Your First Bikepacking Trip Bikepacking is a...

How Yoga Can Boost Your Strength and Agility for Hiking If you love hiking, you know how important it is to have a strong and agile body that can handle any terrain and challenge. Hiking requires not only endurance and stamina but also balance, coordination, flexibility, and power. That’s why yoga can be a great complement to your hiking routine, as it can help you develop all these qualities and more. Yoga is a practice that involves physical poses, breathing techniques, and mental focus. It can benefit your body and mind in many ways, such as: Improving your posture and alignment Increasing your range of motion and mobility Reducing your risk of injury and pain Enhancing your blood circulation and oxygen delivery Relieving your stress and anxiety Boosting your mood and energy levels Sharpening your concentration and awareness But how exactly can yoga make you stronger and more agile for hiking? Here are some of the key benefits of yoga for hikers, along with some of the best yoga pos...

Fitness Tracking Apps... Fitness tracking apps are becoming more popular and accessible as people look for ways to monitor their health and fitness progress. These apps can help you track various aspects of your physical activity, such as steps, calories, distance, heart rate, sleep, and more. They can also provide you with personalized feedback, guidance, motivation, and social support to help you reach your goals. Whether you want to lose weight, gain muscle, improve your endurance, or just stay healthy, fitness-tracking apps can be a valuable tool for your wellness journey. Benefits of Fitness Tracking Apps Fitness tracking apps can offer several benefits for users, such as: Increased awareness : Fitness tracking apps can help you become more aware of your current activity level and how it affects your health. You can see how many steps you take, how many calories you burn, how much time you spend in different heart rate zones, and how well you sleep. This can help you identify area...