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Backpacker Magazine – 2010 Editors' Choice/Gear Guide
Toughest Gear: Fox River X-Static Liner, Chaco Sandals, and MSR Dromedary
No stink sock liners, rough & tough sandals, and a puncture-proof water bag.
Fox River X-Static Liner (Julia Vandenoever)
Fox River X-Static Liner
Foot stink—retired
We’ve hiked the AT in these polypro liners, which are going strong 11 years after winning an Editors’ Choice Award. Silver-coated nylon threads boost warmth, odor-control, and durability. $11; 4 sizes; foxsox.com
MORE TOUGH GEAR
Chaco Sandals
If only our feet were this sturdy
MSR Dromedary
A no-puncture water bag for desert survival
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READERS COMMENTS
I have managed to see a hole get poked in a MSR Drom - by banging it against a tree when the water in it froze overnight.... But since that wasn't my drom, and mine has seen over 1,000 days and counting, it was worth the investment, for sure.
I have used the MSR dromedary bags a LOT. The light 1 quart versions are great for putting in the top map pocket and using like a camelbak and the two quart models are perfect for filtering water into for camp.
Chaco has gotten less tough since they came out with the lighter sole. Now it cracks even before the straps rip. The old terrino sole would last thousands of days worth of wear. The new lighter one does not...
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