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Frank HikeforPurpose
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Dutch guy who likes to hike and write about it.
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September 10, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Why budget knives rock | Hike for Purpose
I reviewed a bunch of budget knives over the years, and they are my go to when it comes to day to day tasks and hiking. In this blog post I wanted to share about the differences between expensive or…
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August 12, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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Loosening a stuck Opinel knife | Hike for Purpose
Opinel knives can become hard to open or completely stuck and impossible to get out of the handle. This is a common problem and can be resolved easily, without ripping apart your fingernails.
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August 5, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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Trail Meal | Zucchini Mac | Hike for Purpose
As everybody with a vegetable garden in July, I have a lot of zucchini right now. Dehydrate it, and pack it away for your next hike with the following recipe! There are several different ways to…
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July 29, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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Check out my latest article about Groove Alcohol stoves, a quick but thirsty little alcohol stove you can put together in minutes.

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#backpackingstoves #backpackingstove #hiking
Groove Alcohol stove | Hike for Purpose
Easy, single can design, and one of the lightest. That’s the Groove Alcohol stove in a nutshell. Rapid bloom time of only a few seconds and no pot stand required. I like this design, here is how to…
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July 24, 2025 at 9:22 AM
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Want to know how to make your own Beer can Alcohol stove? Try this design for a nice introduction to Alcohol stoves!
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#alcoholstoves #alcoholstove #trangia #backpackingstoves
Beer Can Alcohol Stove | Open Jet | Hike for Purpose
One stove that I wanted to make and try out for a long time is a DIY open Jet Alcohol Stove made from a single beer can.
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July 3, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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New trail meal recipe is up!
Cheesy Couscous, check it out here:

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#hikingfood #hiking
Trail Meal | Cheesy Couscous | Hike for Purpose
Couscous is a staple in many hikers diet, in this recipe I share how to keep it interesting with some shelf stable cream cheese.
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March 17, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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Trail Meal | Dutch Hutspot #hikingfood #trailmeals
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March 14, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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#hiking #feucht #ochenbruck #nurnberg
VGN Hike Through the Schwarzachklamm Tour 066 | Hike for Purpose
VGN or the local train services in Bayern (Bavaria), Germany, have made hikes that you can take throughout the province. Recently I did this hike and was presently surprised by it. Here is my hike…
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March 9, 2025 at 6:18 PM
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If you want to hear what an eerie Sound is like:

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The sound of the carnyx
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March 7, 2025 at 11:32 AM
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See my latest Trail Meal recipe for Curry Couscous!

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February 26, 2025 at 3:42 PM
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See my latest Fancy Feast Alcohol stove design in my latest blog post!

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#alcoholstoves #fancyfeast
Fancy Feast stove | Mark 3 | Hike for Purpose
Since several years now I have been a massive fan off the Fancy Feast / Fancee Feast stove system, with its ease of use and construction its the best alcohol stove for most users. Here is my latest…
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February 24, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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When to replace hiking boots | Hike for Purpose
If you are going to be hiking long distances for longer periods, its important to know when to replace your hiking boots or shoes. Here is what you need to know about how and when to replace your…
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February 24, 2025 at 8:19 AM
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Read my latest Trail Meal recipe, a comforting and filling BiFi Stroganoff that's ready in a flash and easy to put together!
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#hiking #trailmeals #backpackingfood
Trail Meal | BiFi Stroganoff | Hike for Purpose
Trail Meals should be easy to throw together, lightweight, and throw in a pot style cooking. With this BiFi Stroganoff I checked all these boxes! I recently ordered a big bag of milk powder to try out...
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February 10, 2025 at 10:40 AM
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My latest article is on the topic of food and making your own lunch on the Camino de Santiago. Give it a read!
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#camino #caminodesantiago #hiking
How do I carry and store food on the Camino? | Hike for Purpose
Carrying (some) food on the Camino de Santiago gives you a bit more options, and makes it so that you are not completely depended on restaurants.
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February 5, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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New Trail Meal is out today! Oatmeal for everybody

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#backpacking #backpackingfood #trailmeal #trailmeals #hikingfood
Trail Meal | Oatmeal | Hike for Purpose
Oatmeal is a staple for many people in daily life and has an equal home out on a hike. Here is a foundational recipe that you can use and make your own! Oats are popular for a reason, they will sit in...
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January 21, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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From my Sunday hike, sunshine through the German forest.
Forest picture while hiking, sun through the trees Sun on the forest floor. Moss and pine needles
January 20, 2025 at 11:26 AM
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More prototyping with a new concept for a cat can stove to improve the durability. Sadly this one was a bust, since the deodorant can was too small. Next time bigger can.

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January 14, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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See my latest YouTube short about the question: is it easy to get lost on the Camino?

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Is it easy to get lost on the Camino?
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December 18, 2024 at 2:53 PM
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Once you use Hiking poles its tough to go back, read my article about the topic on the Camino Frances!
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Do you need hiking poles for the Camino? | Hike for Purpose
Lots of pilgrims walk with hiking or trekking poles on the Camino Frances, or any other Camino for that matter. I did the Portuguese Coastal without, and the Camino Frances with. And I have become a…
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December 18, 2024 at 8:14 AM
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Crazy stuff

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You’re Getting Screwed By Free Returns | Climate Town (feat. @Danny-Gonzalez)
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December 15, 2024 at 1:17 PM
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Mistakes are easily made on the Camino, in this article I go over some of my mistakes and more common ones you can stumble into. Give it a read!

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Mistakes made on the Camino de Santiago | Hike for Purpose
All plans tend to fall apart when getting hit in the face, and with big hikes like the Camino, plans, ideas, and preparation sometimes don’t work out that way. Here are the mistakes I made on the…
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December 11, 2024 at 8:38 AM
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The question "can I camp on the Camino de Santiago?" often pops up on forums and social media. In this blog post I share the answer (that you shouldn't) and other tips and experience. Give it a read!

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Can you Camp on the Camino de Santiago? | Hike for Purpose
On the Camino de Santiago, you can sleep in hostels or Albergues along the way. Camping is not the right fit.
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December 9, 2024 at 10:42 AM
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There is a lot that's waiting for you on the Camino de Santiago, in this blog I cover what to expect on the Camino.

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What to expect on the Camino de Santiago? | Hike for Purpose
The Camino de Santiago is a hike that holds a place in many hearts and was further brought into the worldwide eye by movies and books. You can expect certain things to happen and certain things to not...
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December 4, 2024 at 12:01 PM
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Is it easy to get lost on the Camino? that's the question I answer in the following blog post:
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Is it easy to get lost on the Camino? | Hike for Purpose
The Camino Frances and pretty much all the Camino routes are very well waymarked and make it easy to navigate. Getting lost can happen, but here is what you will have to look out for to prevent it.
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December 4, 2024 at 12:00 PM