Proper cleaning and storage of your outdoor gear can add years to its lifespan. Hiking boots and trail runners should be cleaned after most hikes to retain their water repellency. For backpacks, ...

Zippers are a wonderful invention that we use just about every single day. But nothing is more annoying than a zipper that won't do its job, whether the pull is stuck halfway up your jacket, the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. For many outdoor enthusiasts, getting the most out of their gear is important. Proper maintenance plays a key role in extending the life of ...

We’ve all been there: you’re in the backcountry or on a long hike when you yank the zipper on your jacket and—bam!—it comes undone, gets stuck, or the whole thing rips off. You’re forced to ski or ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It always seems to happen to your favorite dress, jeans, jacket or purse: you go to open or close the zipper and suddenly the ...