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Trekkers resting at the top of Dead Woman's Pass on the Inca Trail

Article29 Sept

Gear Review: Do You Need Trekking Poles on the Inca Trail?

The Inca Trail's descents are brutal on knees. We compared fixed, folding and telescopic poles over a season of departures, and the rubber tips matter more than you think.

Publisher Andes Trails

6 minBe the first to review

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A 100–400 mm telephoto zoom lens on a desk

Guide19 Sept

Camera Gear for a Wildlife Safari

You do not need a bag full of lenses to come home with great safari photos. Our practical kit list for every budget.

Publisher Wildside Expeditions

8 min

5.0 out of 5(1)

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Two pairs of hiking boots, one worn and taped, one new

Article27 Aug

Gear Review: Five Trekking Boots on the W and the Inca Trail

We gave five pairs of mid-weight boots to guides in Cusco and Puerto Natales and asked them to walk until something broke. Here is what survived.

Publisher Andes Trails

8 min

5.0 out of 5(3)

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The dark-capped Cuernos del Paine over Lake Pehoé

Article23 Jul

Packing for Patagonia: The List We Give Our Groups

Patagonian weather changes by the hour. Here is the exact kit list we send to everyone joining a W Trek or Fitz Roy departure, and why each item is on it.

Publisher Andes Trails

7 minBe the first to review

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