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title: "A glossary of terms and slang used in ultralight and on long-distance treks"
description: "What are Cold Soaking, Cathole, Triple Crown, Tarptent or Permit? Take a look at our glossary of terms and expressions connected with long-distance treks."
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# A glossary of terms and slang used in ultralight and on long-distance treks

Authors: Petra Kovalčíková

Date: 2026-09-10

What are Cold Soaking, Cathole, Triple Crown, Tarptent or Permit? Take a look at our glossary of terms and expressions connected with long-distance treks.

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