Knack Hiking & Backpacking: A Complete Illustrated Guide

by Buck Tilton, Stephen Gorman (Photographs)

Wilderness medicine expert and Backpacker magazine columnist Buck Tilton covers every step needed for the best hiking and backpacking experience.

Genres: Reference, Nonfiction, Contemporary, Adventure

256 pages, Paperback

First published March 3, 2009

Reviews

[Tracy]

A nice reference for beginner backpackers. The pictures definitely help.

[emyrose8]

Excellent resource for beginning hikers. Fantastic pictures and brief text makes it easy to follow.

[Monica]

Great reference book!! Covers every subject you can think of related to hiking and backpacking! A keeper!

[Josh]

The Knack! guide format of using photos to enhance the (very brief) written descriptions reminds me of the Teach Yourself Visually series. Tilton's tips and suggestions to become a better BPH (backpacker/hiker) were excellently complimented by Gorman's photography.

Overwhelmingly, the information was not new to me - but, I did welcome the refresher and feel a bit of motivation to get on the trails again (perhaps not backpacking, but at least back to hiking more regularly). Regardless, I would say that it's an excellent resource for those just starting out as well as intermediate BPH that want a handy resource to consult for basic information on just about every topic relevant to trailcraft.

[Robert]

Started this book 2 weeks earlier than date posted. Lots of pics and solid advice for backpacking. Not quite what I was looking for. I am looking for comprehensive guidebook for the AT. All in All good, quick read.

[Eric]

Good book if you've never gone hiking/backpacking before or still new to the hobby.

[Andi]

Great book for first-timers! Great visuals and descriptions. Was looking for something to brush-up on some rusty skills.

[Tracy Schillemore]

Love the what to pack tips.

[Avery]

Review here.