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Read on for more detailed information on this product in the following article. http://local.hikinglady.com/CamelBak_Los_Angeles_CA-r1339112-Los_Angeles_CA.html http://local.hikinglady.com/CamelBak_Los_Angeles_CA-r1339112-Los_Angeles_CA.html Hiking tops are important because they are worn against your skin, so must be comfortable and keep you warm and dry. As discussed in Layering , in colder climates and in the mountains you’ll need a Base Layer. Base Layers can be worn by themselves (if in warmer climates), or under long sleeve button down hiking shirts. Read on for more detailed information in the following article. http://local.hikinglady.com/Tops_Los_Angeles_CA-r1339111-Los_Angeles_CA.html http://local.hikinglady.com/Tops_Los_Angeles_CA-r1339111-Los_Angeles_CA.html Gaiters are used to prevent sand, rocks, or snow from slipping in-between your pants and the top of your boots. 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Read on for more tips. http://local.hikinglady.com/How_to_Choose_Womens_Hiking_Boots_Los_Angeles_CA-r1339107-Los_Angeles_CA.html http://local.hikinglady.com/How_to_Choose_Womens_Hiking_Boots_Los_Angeles_CA-r1339107-Los_Angeles_CA.html While your hiking boots or backpacking boots may be sufficient for the length and difficultly of your trips, if you are in need of a good alpine climbing boot, you will want to invest in Mountaineering Boots. Read on for more detailed information in the following article. http://local.hikinglady.com/Mountaineering_Boots_Los_Angeles_CA-r1339106-Los_Angeles_CA.html http://local.hikinglady.com/Mountaineering_Boots_Los_Angeles_CA-r1339106-Los_Angeles_CA.html Backpacking boots are more technical than hiking boots, and have to be able to handle a lot more abuse that you’ll put them through during your outdoor adventures! 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