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The Best Eco-Friendly Gear for Backpackers

These 5 pieces perform well on the trail and benefit the Earth.

Author:: Krista Karlson
Publish date:: Oct 7, 2018

Tanneries are often the weak link in a green supply chain: They often use excessive water and energy and source their materials from not-so-green origins. Not the case with this boot: It sports a Leather Working Group certification, a distinction for products that use traceable leather from vetted suppliers and dispose of waste properly. Read the full review.Buy KEEN Targhee III Waterproof Mid Now

The problem with rain shells is that most use a DWR that’s both toxic and temporary. But, by baking a PFC-free laminate into 100-percent-recycled nylon yarn, Marmot eliminates the need for a DWR finish. Read the full review.Buy Marmot Eclipse Jacket Now

This shirt proves that coffee is good for more than just a morning jolt, and helps reduce food waste in the process. Read the full review.Buy Vaude Gleann Shirt V Now

KEEN Targhee III Waterproof Mid

Tanneries are often the weak link in a green supply chain: They often use excessive water and energy and source their materials from not-so-green origins. Not the case with this boot: It sports a Leather Working Group certification, a distinction for products that use traceable leather from vetted suppliers and dispose of waste properly. Read the full review.

Buy KEEN Targhee III Waterproof Mid Now

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