Gear
Gear Lessons From a Hiker Who Never Learned Her Lesson
The next time were in town, youre getting a shakedown. My concerned/exasperated hiking companions said this to me countless times throughout the spring and summer of 2017. At its heaviest,...
Keep Your Feet Happy: Stop The Blisters
Blisters Suck, Blisters Suck, Blisters Suck If you didn't catch my hatred for these terrible, hell sent annoyances then I'm going to throw it out there one more time....BLISTERS SUCK....
Gear Review: North Face Triarch 3
North Face Triarch 3 MSRP: $470 Type: Freestanding Capacity: Three-person Weight: 3 pounds 9 ounces minimum. 5 pounds 4 ounces packed The tent that you decide to bring on a...
Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail with a Hammock
I finished my thru hike this year, starting at Springer Mountain on March 12th and summiting Katahdin on August 30th. Before that, I had exactly one night of sleep in the...
Think You Know What Gear you Need for a Thru-Hike? I did too… Until I didn’t
Despite the fact that I have two family members and multiple friends that have completed thru-hikes of the AT I still was just as completely lost as anybody else when...
Gear Review: Montbell Colorado Parka
Circumstances of review Throughout the winter and early Spring I wore the Montbell Colorado Parka exclusively. I've worn it extensively both on and off trail. It's ideal for keeping warm...
Gear Review: Salomon Speedcross 4 Trail-Running Shoes
Salomon Speedcross 4 Trail-Running Shoes Image from Salomon Description: Salomon Speedcross 4 Trail-Running Shoe is for rugged terrain with Contragrip WT (wet traction) for muddy,
Gear Review: My Trail Co Backpack Light 50L
These days, thru hikers and weight conscious backpackers are spoiled for choice when it comes to lightweight backpacks on the market. With Ultralight Adventure Equipment (ULA), Mountain Laurel
Gear Review: Salomon X-Mission 3 Trail-Running Shoe
Salomon X-Mission 3 Trail-Running Shoe Image from REI Description: The Salomon X Mission 3 Trail-Running shoe can be worn in both urban and trail terrain. The breathable shoe performs
Cutting pack weight by HALF and lessons learned!
Ok, folks! I will be the first to admit that prior to leaving for the PCT I truly believed I needed everything in my pack. After researching gear, reading blogs...