I probably would have bailed halfway through (and lost all those bragging rights) if I weren't properly prepared. I had already learned the hard way during training for my trip, soaked and whimpering on the side of the trail without any fuel in my pack, ready to throw my hiking boots over a cliff like I was Reese Witherspoon in Wild. Turns out, getting the hiking gear right can make or break a hike.
Putting aside the name, which makes it sound like a smartphone, the S11 Pro is marketed as a 12-in-1 EDC (everyday carry) multitool aimed at the hiker and camper. It measures a compact 1.97 x 0.63 x 4.12-inches and it weighs a miniscule 2.9 oz. This is a lot smaller and lighter than my Dual Force, which weighs a tiresome 12 ounces.
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I once spent four days hiking a volcano in Indonesia and became so fatigued on the way down that I collapsed and needed my friend's trekking poles to get me to the bottom. I know firsthand how important it is to have a hiking pack that fits everything you need-whether you're camping or hiking for the day without having your gear (literally) weigh you down.
Putting aside the name, which makes it sound like a smartphone, the S11 Pro is marketed as a 12-in-1 EDC (everyday carry) multitool aimed at the hiker and camper. It measures a compact 1.97 x 0.63 x 4.12-inches and it weighs a miniscule 2.9 oz. This is a lot smaller and lighter than my Dual Force, which weighs a tiresome 12 ounces.
I was shuffling through Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park in Utah, when my foot struck something hard in the sand. I saw something shiny and bent down to uncover a Grivory knife. "That's a great brand," my guide said, before continuing, "You should always hike with something like this, it can help you in the craziest scenarios." I was on a camping trip with EXP Journeys, a luxury travel company that offers privately guided itineraries.
Don't let a trip of a lifetime to Machu Picchu be ruined by forgetting the right gear. I learned this the hard way when I packed at the last minute and left my rain jacket behind. Luckily, a friend saved the day with a spare-but you don't want to rely on chance. Packing smart doesn't mean overpacking. Whether you're arriving by train, bus, or on foot, a few key essentials can make all the difference. Think comfortable hiking boots, insect repellent, and a lightweight daypack.