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Walking gear: choosing a rain jacket

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Walking enthusiasts have three basic categories of rain jacket to choose from: a high-performance, waterproof/breathable jacket, a simpler version of the first category or a highly breathable, water-resistant shell. The REI Switchback Parka and the Lowe Alpine MFS Tech are two of the highly recommended rain jackets.

Author: Lanza, Michael
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Walking
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1079-705X
Year: 1997
Raincoats

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Surface transportation: affordable new shoes

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The new snowshoes out in the market have benefitted from advances in materials, to make them light, sturdy and low-cost. The best snowshoes for fitness walkers are the mid-sized, lightweight shoes with proper binding adjustments.

Author: Lanza, Michael
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Walking
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1079-705X
Year: 1997
Snowshoes and snowshoeing, Snowshoeing, Snowshoes

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Outfitting mom

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A list of items and supplies needed when embarking on a backcountry hike is presented. The list includes clothing, footwear, pocket knife, flashlight, sleeping pad and bag, sport sandals and cooking supplies.

Author: Lanza, Michael
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Walking
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1079-705X
Year: 1996
Camping, Hiking, Camping equipment

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