Ah, discovering the right rain jackets for thru-hikers. All we actually need is one thing that may preserve us dry on the skin and the inside once we discover ourselves strolling by way of a downpour. For me, that has usually meant a selection between a […]
Summer is upon us, and with that, the REI gods bestow epic gross sales upon tons of your favourite gear for backpacking and thru-hiking. It will not be Christmas in July, however the gettins’ are good. Whereas this large sale can really feel overwhelming, with almost […]
Are you hooked on DCF? Does the considered a moist nylon flooring make you cringe? Worry not: Dan Durston has lastly designed a tent with all-DCF development, so you’ll be able to take one step nearer to the long run. The up to date X-Mid Professional […]
At first look, the Inov8 Trailfly appeared unlikely to carry as much as the brutality of ten-hour days on tough terrain. However after over 600 whole miles, I can confidently say that this is among the greatest footwear I’ve ever worn when it comes to ruggedness, […]
Husky Mountain climbing: Holy Mom of Studying Curves Basecamp and I after mountain climbing Mount Quandary, a 14er close to Breckenridge, CO. My spouse (Basecamp aka Marie) and I (Yeti Legs aka Wesley) have lots of mountain climbing miles below our belt from the […]
Zpacks, a famend identify within the backpacking group identified for his or her modern and light-weight pack and shelter designs, has solidified its place as one of many premier manufacturers in outside gear. The model’s Duplex tent lineup, beloved by thru-hikers and weekend warriors alike, has […]
Have you ever needed to design the pack of your desires? With the LiteAF Curve Frameless Ultralight Backpack, you are able to do simply that. The world is your oyster so far as what options and colours your pack can have, all whereas staying ultralight. I’m […]
This yr, Gossamer Gear massively overhauled their hottest packs, together with the Gorilla. Designed with the extra minimalist hiker in thoughts, the Gorilla 50 has a number of up to date options to make it a extra versatile ultralight pack. Gossamer Gear Gorilla 50 At a […]
Moist, all the things is moist. My tent is moist, my quilt is moist, my rain jacket lies in a sodden moist pile within the nook of my tent, wetter than it was after I’d shoved it there the evening earlier than. It’s early. My alarm […]
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