Wales

Wild Wales

Don’t be fooled by the cozy pubs and low elevation. The birthplace of mountaineering overflows with challenges, from rugged peaks to history-laden coastal treks.

1. Porthgain to Whitesands
2. Ceibwr to Poppit Sands
3. Across the Glyders
4. Roman Steps
5. The Snowdon Horseshoe
6. Lockwood’s Chimney
7. The Black Mountain Traverse
8. Pen-y-Fan Loop

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Gear: Editor’s Choice 2009

• Sierra Designs Lightning XT 4 Tent
• REI Flash
• MontBell UL Spiral Down Hugger #1
• Black Diamond Orbit
• New Balance 1500 Rainier

Skills

• Pitch a Tent in Foul Weather
• Stay Dry
• Backpacking 101
• Pretrip Planning
• Learn How to Stay on Course

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