Hill Climbing Gear

The Bear Canister is a specialized category of backpack. It offers a high volume-to-weight ratio with a convenient see-through design. However, if you are only hiking for long periods or to secluded areas, you might want to choose a different model. Bear Vault BV500 is a tried and tested classic, offering a good balance between volume and weight. Why should I bring a bear canister? A bear canister is useful for many reasons. Some backcountry areas, like Yosemite, require bear canisters. In other areas, they are permitted, but bear can still smell the food inside of the can. They can also smell your footprints, which is why plastic zip-top bags are unlikely to protect you from a bear. However, bear canisters are recommended in many places. Bear canisters are not 100% scent proof, so they need to be stored between 200 and 100 feet away from your campsite. If you want to reduce the smell of the food, you should also use an odor barrier bag. You should also be careful to choose a bear cani...