Activity for Ken‭

Type	On...	Excerpt	Status	Date
Answer	—	A: Is it possible to use gaiters on flat/minimalist shoes? I have some OR small/low gaiters that I use with my low and high hiking boots to keep debris out. I have some Eastern Mountain Sports heavy/tall winter gaiters for use when the snow gets over a few inches. I have been looking for an alternative for summer. There are a number of running shoe gaite... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: How bright a flashlight would I realistically need for searching through terrain? If you decide on something really bright, check out scuba diving lights. They are made extra tough, extra bright and are waterproof. And, you want to carry two: One bright one for searching and a smaller one for reading something, examining a person for injuries, etc. You also want the smaller one as... (more)	—	about 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: When are cotton socks actually better? I would just like to add a comment about your "in the summer" bullet point. A few years ago I went to the southwest to hike in Utah canyon country. I had some smartwool socks. I wore a clean pair every day in the 100+ heat. They kept my feet nice and cool and dry. One morning I wondered if they we... (more)	—	about 11 years ago