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Hot weather backpacking may not present the same technical hurdles as its wintery cousin, but it certainly requires strategic thinking to optimize comfort and safety. Your everyday, go-to gear may not … read more

Summer is peak-season for hiking and backpacking. But when the forecast calls for hot temps and sun soaked trails, it’s important that extra care is taken with regard to health and safety while on tra … read more

If you’ve ever experienced a poor night’s sleep in the woods, then you know how devastating it can be to your wilderness experience. You’ll feel sluggish, achy, and slow while hiking. You’ll fatigue m … read more

Organizing a large group backpacking trip is a lot of work and it can seem logistically daunting. But don’t let that stop you! With the right mindset and strategies, it can be made simple enough for a … read more

If you’ve been keeping up on the latest and greatest in outdoor gear, you’ve probably heard of Dyneema, formerly known as Cuben Fiber. This bio-based ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene is used i … read more

Last summer I had the immense displeasure of finishing a five-day backpack, only to discover that my car’s battery had died. I was many miles out of cell service, and waited for three hours before som … read more