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47 Examples of Practical Hiking Equipment

From Weather-Withstanding Laces to Athletic Hiking Shoes

— June 21, 2013 — Lifestyle
Adventure enthusiasts looking to hike up a few terrains this summer will definitely want to check out these examples of practical hiking equipment, which will have you stocked and prepared to face any harsh outdoor environment.

Spending a night or two outdoors while hiking requires a lot of planning preparation, making sure you have the proper clothing and source of shelter can make the difference between life and death. If you happen to be the type of person who always forgets to pack one thing or another, then this helpful list of hiking equipment will definitely help you out.

From water-resistant hiking boots that are durable and long-lasting to all-purpose protective backpacks built to withstand weather conditions, these examples of practical hiking equipment will definitely have you ready to face any outdoor condition.
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Weather-Withstanding Laces
Weather-Withstanding Laces
These Castle Brook Bootlaces Can Endure Any Harsh Environment
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Fancy Functional Footwear
Fancy Functional Footwear
The North Face Chukka GTX is Sleek, Smooth and Stylish
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Pseudo Smartphone Sports Watches
Pseudo Smartphone Sports Watches
The Dew Motion iStick Playtime Can Take Calls and Send Texts
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Solar-Powered Kettles
Solar-Powered Kettles
This Clever Boiling Device by James Bentham Relies on Solar Energy
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Morphing Modular Rucksacks
Morphing Modular Rucksacks
The Bootlegger Convertible Backpack is Three Different Bags in One
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Desert-Inspired Sneakers (UPDATE)
Desert-Inspired Sneakers (UPDATE)
The Vans OTW Surveyor Pack is Made For Explorers
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Archival Olympian Footwear
Archival Olympian Footwear
The SeaVees 02/60 Trail Boot Commemorate the 1960s Winter Olympics
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Thermal Night Vision Cameras
Thermal Night Vision Cameras
The Scout BTS Bi-Ocular Camera Detects All Radiating Energy
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Italian Couture Hikers
Italian Couture Hikers
The Diemme Fall 2011 Duck Boot is a European Take on an American Classic
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Psychedelic Canvas Carriers
Psychedelic Canvas Carriers
The Marni 2013 Spring/Summer Accesories Collection is Graphic
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Smoky Suede Sneakers
Smoky Suede Sneakers
Fragment design x Nike Sportswear Air Magma Impresses with a Simple Style
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Sleek Waterproof Sneakers
Sleek Waterproof Sneakers
These All-Weather Kicks Keep You Looking Hip While Staying Dry
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Radical Rainbow-Hued Kicks
Radical Rainbow-Hued Kicks
The Reebok Night Sky Mid Boot is Vibrant & Versatile
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Two-Toned Hiking Boots
Two-Toned Hiking Boots
The Lanvin Tall Hiking Boot is a Rugged Look for the French Brand
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Military Urban Ape Packs
Military Urban Ape Packs
Bape 1st Camo Mountain Backpack Rocks Camouflage Stylishly
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One-Man Garbage Bin Tents
One-Man Garbage Bin Tents
These Disposable Tents Made by Glad are Perfect for Messy Camping Trips
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Luxury Eco Knapsacks
Luxury Eco Knapsacks
The Ralph Lauren RLX Solar Panel Backpack is for the Stylish Adventurer
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Location-Identifying Gloves
Location-Identifying Gloves
The Night Communication Gloves Glow to Let Wearers Know Where They Are
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Androgynous All-terrain Boots
Androgynous All-terrain Boots
Patta and KangaROOS Create Urban Hiking Boots for Him and Her
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Fire-Starting Footwear
Fire-Starting Footwear
The Substratum Hiking Boot Features Built-in Firestarters
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Printed Adventure Footwear
Printed Adventure Footwear
Danner Realtree APG HD Camo Boots Are Ready for Action
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Ultra-Resistant Bags
Ultra-Resistant Bags
Stone Island Dry Bags are Multi-Colored and Multi-Purpose
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Urban-Infused Outdoor Footwear
Urban-Infused Outdoor Footwear
The Supreme x Timberland Euro Hiker Boot Holds Up Under all Terrain
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Cozy Insultated Skater Shoes
Cozy Insultated Skater Shoes
The Vans LXVI Collection Expands to Winter Footwear
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Educational Mountain Shoes
Educational Mountain Shoes
The New Balance H710 'Ivy League' Shoes are Hardcore Kicks
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Streamlined Suspended Tents (UPDATE)
Streamlined Suspended Tents (UPDATE)
This Hammock Tent by Tentsile is Like a Comfy Tree Fort
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Mod Mountain Gear
Mod Mountain Gear
The Rachel Comey Accessories Line Make Hiking Stylish
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Device-Charging Solar Backpacks
Device-Charging Solar Backpacks
The ‘Birksun Levels’ Solar Backpack Charges Gadgets on
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High-End Hiking Shoes
High-End Hiking Shoes
The BAPE Mountain Soldier is Too Beautiful to Touch Dirt
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Athletic Hiking Shoes
Athletic Hiking Shoes
The Nike Sportswear Lunarboot Will Have You Climbing Above the Rim
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Hot Hiking-Inspired Heels
Hot Hiking-Inspired Heels
The Ash Fall 2011 Collection is Rough and Rugged
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Foldable Featherweight Footwear
Foldable Featherweight Footwear
The Timberland Radler Trail Camp Shoe is a Portable Hiking Boot
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Historic Hipster Kicks
Historic Hipster Kicks
Spring 2012 Vans Vault Collection Includes Expertise from Taka Hayashi
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Pack What You Need
Pack What You Need
The QuikShell Bag
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Swinging Suspended Tents
Swinging Suspended Tents
The Blue Ridge Camping Hammock is Made for Rough Terrain
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Stylish Travel Packs
Stylish Travel Packs
Hike With the Fashionable Kolor x Yoshida Backpack
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Hiking Hipster Lookbooks
Hiking Hipster Lookbooks
The Highland Park 2013 Spring/Summer Collection is Campy
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Hiking High Tops
Hiking High Tops
The Nike Air Force 1 High Hiker Shoes are a Stylish Way to Get Around
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Punk-Inspired Hiking Boots
Punk-Inspired Hiking Boots
Undercoverism Lets You Look Chic While Wandering the Woods
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Dapper Brogue Hikers
Dapper Brogue Hikers
The Diemme Wingtip Mountain Boots are Fit for Classy Hikers
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Modern Wilderness Menswear
Modern Wilderness Menswear
North Face FW 2011 Collection Preps for the Cold Outdoors
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Fashionably Ergonomic Knapsacks
Fashionably Ergonomic Knapsacks
The Fusion Backpack Prioritizes Both Form and Function
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Compact Inflatable Tents
Compact Inflatable Tents
The Nemo Gogo Elite Tent is Easily Portable and Simple to Use
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Protective Poncho Shelters
Protective Poncho Shelters
Wearable Tent Provides Quick Refuge in Emergency Situations
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Hanging Tree Teepees
Hanging Tree Teepees
The Black Diamond Cliff Cabana Double Portaledge is Suspended
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Cozy Bunk Bed Tents
Cozy Bunk Bed Tents
The Sky Tent 2 Offers Tree Huggers a Neat Tent Alternative
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