You need the right balance of space, security, and comfort
I had to be careful where to dry them so they wouldn't drip blue dye on a white towel or whatever
As a world champion freestyle whitewater kayaker, I spend much of my year touring with my husband Nick Troutman and our two kids, exploring the country, homeschooling, and embarking on countless adventures
Of our two top picks for hand pain and ergonomics, the Trail Vista Shock and the Leki Legacy Lite, the Trail Vista Shock is better for smoothing out harsh impacts in the hands and elbows
There were fish up on them but very sparatic and mainly smaller fish
Rarely the lightest options, but the few extra ounces are usually invested in comfort features like strong frames and additional cushioning in the shoulder straps and hip belts