TRT—Gear list
I’ve made some changes from my usual gear list. This is about as low as I can comfortably get my base weight with a bear canister in the mix. I loved using the Opsack for food storage on the Uinta … Continued
UHT—Gear list
Read about my complete Uinta Highline Trail experience, including prep, gear, logistics, and post-hike impressions. I’ve really dialed in my gear list over the past couple of years. I might take or leave a few things depending on the weather, … Continued
Gear Review—How to layer clothing for low weight warmth
The challenge with long-distance hiking is that you have to carry everything you think you’ll need for your trip on your back. Typically, the heavier the pack, the harder the hiking. You soon discover that—with the exception of a few … Continued
Gear Review—Pre-shakedown gear list
I’m planning a few shakedown hikes over the fall to test my backpacking gear list. The first is a 12-mile loop consisting of sections of the Foothills Trail, Mountain Fork Trail, and Chattooga River Trail (SC). The second is a … Continued
Gear Review—Dirty Girl Gaiters
I’ve talked about making the transition to trail runners. Now let me talk about the accessory that has made my shoes even better—gaiters. Most people think of gaiters as a tool for mountaineering or bushwhacking, but they are useful for … Continued