Hiking Safely in Taiwan: 11 Tips You Need to Know
As John Muir once said, ‘The mountains are calling, and I must go.’ But before you answer that call…
Protect Yourself from Aggressive Dogs on hikes (17 tips)
On my hikes throughout Taiwan, I often come across incredibly aggressive dogs, and have on more than one occasion…
Should you shower before a hike?
Should you shower before hitting the trail? After all, you’re about to get sweaty either way. Here are some…
The ultimate Hiking Time Calculator
This tool calculates your estimated hiking time based on distance, elevation gain and loss, trail conditions, maximum altitude, and…
Should you land on your heel or forefoot while walking?
Maybe just switched to minimalist or zero-drop footwear, and suddenly, you’re hyperaware of every step you take. You might…
What colors to wear for hiking: 3 important Aspects
You’re about to embark on a grand hiking adventure. You’ve got your gear all sorted, your trail mix packed,…
Barefoot Sandals for Hiking & 5 Reasons they are the Best
I became a big fan of barefoot sandals for hiking, running, and everything else a few years ago, after…
The 11 Most Comfortable Hiking Sandals Ever
Comfortable hiking sandals—every hiker’s Holy Grail. We’ve all been there, after a long and grueling hike, you wish you…
Hiking sandals vs boots: Your complete guide
As the sun peaks over the horizon and the wilderness awakens, my fellow explorers lace up their heavy boots—while…
How to choose the perfect hiking sandals
So, you’ve decided to get yourself a pair of comfy hiking sandals, but don’t know which one to choose?…