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UHT—Power supply plan
13 Aug 2018

UHT—Power supply plan

by Chad Chandler | posted in: Gear, Hiking, Uinta Highline Trail | 0

Read about my complete Uinta Highline Trail experience, including prep, gear, logistics, and post-hike impressions. I think the most stressful parts of planning for backcountry hiking involve food prep and power storage. I’ve written before that I am unapologetic about … Continued

Advice, battery, camping, Gear reviews, recommendation, strategy
Gear Review—Knee Compression Sleeves
24 Jan 2017

Gear Review—Knee Compression Sleeves

by Chad Chandler | posted in: Gear, Hiking | 2

Over the past year, I’ve worked hard to get my body into shape, both physically and medically. I progressively increased my workload at the gym and out on the trail. I increased my endurance, my strength, and my enjoyment at … Continued

Advice, best, helps, personal, recommendation, review, testimonial
Hiking Gear—The price / quality / weight nexus
28 Feb 2016

Hiking Gear—The price / quality / weight nexus

by Chad Chandler | posted in: Gear, Opinion | 0

People argue about all aspects of ultralight hiking. One thing is inarguable—the lighter your kit, the more enjoyable your hike will be. No one ever complained about carrying too little weight. That said, there is a nexus of product characteristics … Continued

Advice, how to, recommendation, reduce, trail, tutorial, weight

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I finally got around to visiting the Devil's Head Fire Lookout this morning. I got there at 7:00 am and was still probably an hour too late to avoid the beginning of the crowds. Next time, I would do a pre-sunrise hike and catch the dawn from the fire tower. 
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I'm not sure if I should take this sign as humorous or ominous since I'm about to traverse the Black Hills on foot. 🤔
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