It’s seemingly rare, the idea of doing things the hard way just because they’re harder, but that’s exactly the idea that I had. Typically, people will hike through this section from Carvers Gap to US 19E in which you basically drive to the top of the mountain before hitting the trail. Most will hike out … More Summiting Roan Mountain, NC
If there is one thing you really need to keep dry when backpacking, it’s your sleeping bag and your clothing. Here comes the Sea to Summit Dry sack to help you out, or crush your dreams. About the dry sack: The Sea to Summit eVent Compression Dry sack has simple intentions. The idea is to … More Sea To Summit eVent Compression Dry Sack review
The Sawyer Squeeze has decided to be something different. Instead of the traditional pump style water filter, Sawyer has implemented a plastic bag that can be squeezed (hence the name) which pushes water through a filter. The idea is simplicity, light weight, efficient filtering. It filters bacteria and protozoa. There is also a variation that … More Sawyer Squeeze Review
I can’t cover this topic enough, and honestly, I’m almost ashamed that I haven’t covered it before. I adore the outdoors, the plants, the animals, the geology. It’s all amazing, and it’s all amazingly fragile. As outdoor enthusiast, we have a responsibility to help care for what we love. Humans have the incredible ability to … More Leave No Trace. What it means, and why it matters.
The Marmot Trestles 15 sets out to provide exceptional warmth and comfort at a value price. Does the sleeping bag come through, or does it leave you out in the cold? About the Sleeping bag The Trestles 15 is a synthetic, mummy style sleeping bag comprised of primarily polyester materials. . It comes in various … More Marmot Trestles 15 Sleeping Bag Review
The Big Agnes Pumphouse, at first, didn’t make any sense to me. Carry more weight to help me pump up my sleeping pad? But then, the genius of it all came to me. Here’s the review. About the Pumphouse pump Ever tried to blow up a sleeping pad after climbing a 6000 foot peak? Mustering … More Big Agnes PumpHouse, pad pump, review
A good nights sleep is priceless, but Big Agnes puts a tag on it anyway. Does $160 (regular length) deliver the goods, or will you be left flat on your back. About the pad The q-core SL is basically the popular Big Agnes Q-core built with super light materials (hence the SL tacked on). Instead … More Big Agnes Q-Core SL Review
It’s no secret that the temperatures high up in the mountains will be lower than that in the valleys. Have you ever set off on a warm summer hike to find the temps at the peak in the 50’s or worse? Avoid these surprises by knowing how to calculate the temperature loss as you climb. … More Calculate temperature change with elevation
Backpacking has one thing over all others, the need to be prepared. It’s very easy to forget something small (A spoon) or even something important (sleeping pad). It’s happened to us all regardless of experience. Always have a pack list to consult before packing, and after you’re packed to be sure you’re ready to go. Once you’re … More Backpacking Pack List (3 season)
It always amazes me, the first thing to go when people hit the trail is always hygiene. I’m a pretty clean guy, so I make sure to stay fresh on the trail. However; For many, staying clean on the trail is simply an inconvenience that wastes precious energy, or perhaps simply seems impossible. Here’s how … More Backpacking Hygiene
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