Gear Upgrades: Sleeping System After my first multi-day backpacking trip in Colorado, i had the opportunity to test out all of my gear to determine the pros and cons of each item, and whether or not I would use the same items on my next trip. Upgrading your gear is inevitable. The first area of …
What to Pack and What to Leave Behind: Four Pass Loop Edition
As I mentioned in my earlier blog posts leading up to my travels to the Maroon-Bells Snowmass wilderness, I had the unique opportunity to share my experience on my first multi-day backpacking trip from the perspective of a newbie. At my final pack weigh-in, my pack was sitting at a fairly heavy 38 pounds. Although …
Bug Off: Treating your Clothes with Permethrin
Treating your Clothes with Permethrin If there is one thing I believe we can all get behind it’s that pesky bugs like mosquitos are really annoying. Especially for hikers and backpackers who would love to enjoy their scenic travels without having to swat away bugs every two seconds. Alas, there is a solution! Well maybe …