[A no-nonsense, self-funded comparison review] Food for hiking. Five of the latest and most popular products that not only provide nutrition but also boost your mood
Written by Haruki Murakami
![[A no-nonsense, self-funded comparison review] Food for hiking. Five of the latest and most popular products that not only provide nutrition but also boost your mood](https://outdoorgearzine.com/wp-content/uploads/1000030429_catch.jpg "[A no-nonsense, self-funded comparison review] Food for hiking. Five of the latest and most popular products that not only provide nutrition but also boost your mood")
![The SALOMON MOUNTAIN FLEX HOODED wicks moisture while you move and traps heat while you're still. It's a must-have active insulation item this season. [Review]](https://outdoorgearzine.com/wp-content/uploads/DSC05154.jpg "The SALOMON MOUNTAIN FLEX HOODED wicks moisture while you move and traps heat while you're still. It's a must-have active insulation item this season. [Review]")
![No problem with wind or cold! PRIMUS' new "P157 Integrate Stove" is a high-end single burner that can withstand any bad weather [Hands-on Review]](https://outdoorgearzine.com/wp-content/uploads/c42b104741744adfd645a41434498aac.jpg "No problem with wind or cold! PRIMUS' new \"P157 Integrate Stove\" is a high-end single burner that can withstand any bad weather [Hands-on Review]")
![[Pearls before swine! I thought they were giving me carbon…] Testing the zero-drop ALTRA "MONT BLANC CARBON" and "Correct Toes"](https://outdoorgearzine.com/wp-content/uploads/DSC04908.jpg "[Pearls before swine! I thought they were giving me carbon…] Testing the zero-drop ALTRA \"MONT BLANC CARBON\" and \"Correct Toes\"")
![This season's most noteworthy active warmer, the Rab Evolute Hoody, takes active insulation to the next level. [Hands-on Review]](https://outdoorgearzine.com/wp-content/uploads/DSC04914-1.jpg "This season's most noteworthy active warmer, the Rab Evolute Hoody, takes active insulation to the next level. [Hands-on Review]")
![[An honest, self-funded review] The lightest in its class at just under 150g, it extends to 135cm. The "EVERNEW Johnnie Hiker" trekking poles are a must-have for all UL-oriented hikers](https://outdoorgearzine.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_7476_2.jpg "[An honest, self-funded review] The lightest in its class at just under 150g, it extends to 135cm. The \"EVERNEW Johnnie Hiker\" trekking poles are a must-have for all UL-oriented hikers")
![[Is it easier to see than a camera and telephoto lens for about 500,000 yen?] I went to see pikas with the latest vibration-proof binoculars, the VC Smart 10x30 Cellarto WP](https://outdoorgearzine.com/wp-content/uploads/nakiusagi_TOP.jpg "[Is it easier to see than a camera and telephoto lens for about 500,000 yen?] I went to see pikas with the latest vibration-proof binoculars, the VC Smart 10x30 Cellarto WP")
![The DD Hammocks DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent is a floorless solo shelter that costs just 30,000 yen. If you can achieve all this at this price, you'll be satisfied. [Practical review for mountain climbing in spring, summer, autumn and winter]](https://outdoorgearzine.com/wp-content/uploads/59d3202f510c7038a2f15938d128c7e5.jpeg "The DD Hammocks DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent is a floorless solo shelter that costs just 30,000 yen. If you can achieve all this at this price, you'll be satisfied. [Practical review for mountain climbing in spring, summer, autumn and winter]")
![Surprisingly light, yet strong and comfortable, and reasonably priced. The Arata AX Series, packed with innovative ideas, offers a new perspective on freestanding mountain tents. [Practical Review]](https://outdoorgearzine.com/wp-content/uploads/DSC03219NR.jpg "Surprisingly light, yet strong and comfortable, and reasonably priced. The Arata AX Series, packed with innovative ideas, offers a new perspective on freestanding mountain tents. [Practical Review]")
![The "Trangia Mini Set" is an ultra-lightweight and simple set that includes a lid that can also be used as a frying pan, making solo mountain hiking meals that much more luxurious! [Practical Review]](https://outdoorgearzine.com/wp-content/uploads/c2d34df85d952c96c293f9898da44605.jpg "The \"Trangia Mini Set\" is an ultra-lightweight and simple set that includes a lid that can also be used as a frying pan, making solo mountain hiking meals that much more luxurious! [Practical Review]")
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