Titanium cooking stoves, silverware and other gear are all a part of the trend. Other stores have noticed the increase in hikers, as well. Target saw a jump in hiking gear that normally comes in late March to early April hit in February. Barfield said the hiking rush has hit his store as well. Sales on first aid kits and other hiking supplies are up, too.
Some people opt for used equipment to save money.
They've outgrown something, and they need to get into a bigger size, or the kid has tried some kind of sport and didn't like it.