https://milesandmoss.com Clear, practical outdoor gear guidance for hiking, camping, and trail running. en Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000 https://milesandmoss.com/guides/how-to-layer-for-day-hikes/ https://milesandmoss.com/guides/how-to-layer-for-day-hikes/ Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Hiking Use base, insulating, and shell layers, adjusting them as activity and weather change. https://milesandmoss.com/guides/first-time-camping-sleep-system/ https://milesandmoss.com/guides/first-time-camping-sleep-system/ Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Camping Choose shelter and bedding for the trip, matching the sleeping bag to your comfort needs, temperature, and weather. https://milesandmoss.com/guides/trail-running-vest-fit/ https://milesandmoss.com/guides/trail-running-vest-fit/ Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Trail running Choose capacity for the water, food, clothing, and essentials your run requires, then fit the vest snugly to limit movement. https://milesandmoss.com/guides/rain-shell-vs-wind-shell/ https://milesandmoss.com/guides/rain-shell-vs-wind-shell/ Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Hiking Use a water-resistant wind shell for short, light rain; use waterproof rainwear when precipitation persists or becomes driving rain. https://milesandmoss.com/guides/hiking-boot-fit-guide/ https://milesandmoss.com/guides/hiking-boot-fit-guide/ Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Hiking Try hiking boots with your trail socks, walk on an incline if possible, and check that your toes are not cramped. https://milesandmoss.com/guides/camping-stove-basics/ https://milesandmoss.com/guides/camping-stove-basics/ Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Camping Check local rules before a trip because parks may allow some stove and fuel types while prohibiting others.