FKT meets Jerry Springer
Another FKT record. And then another controversy. So it goes. And will probably be how it will go again next year. Read More …
Another FKT record. And then another controversy. So it goes. And will probably be how it will go again next year. Read More …
A reasonably priced 24 oz shelter that works well for my shoulder season, group trips or when it is insect prone. Read More …
An older lighter weight warhorse that works well if you need to go lighter, enjoy versatility, durability and venture off-trail. Bonus: Not expensive. Read More …
A simple backpacking trip mainly on the Wind River Indian Reservation land. Obscure and faded trails. Washed out bridges. Cold and wet weather. And all good. Read More …
Off to the Winds for a week of backpacking bliss. Read More …
A weekend backpacking trip from the Great Sand Dunes National Park to the Blanca group. On the trip I was with Cam Honan of The Hiking Life. Read More …
A quick and dirty way of estimating map mileage using a compass lanyard or similar sized string. Read More …
A map, guidebook or race course has one set of mileage listed. Your GPS device has more mileage listed or, rarely, less mileage. Why? Read More …
A weekend backpacking in the Columbine – Hondo Wilderness of New Mexico. Read More …
Today is the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service. And that also means the lesser known National Monuments are part of this celebration, too Read More …
Bushwhacking may be off-trail. But not all off-trail hiking is bushwhacking. Here’s what I think are the differences. Read More …
A relaxing ~25 mile trip the Lost Creek Wilderness. A touch of fall was in the air. Read More …
A review of a recently released biography of Colin Fletcher. Read More …
A look at a company whose gear always seems to creep into a person’s outdoor kit at one time or another. Read More …
Should I be flattered? Perplexed? Or just skeeved out? 🙂 Read More …
A look at an older copy of Backpacker Magazine that details the Triple Crown trails…and shows how discussing the outdoors has evolved. Read More …
Thoughts on mountain bikes in designated wilderness areas. Read More …
I was asked recently “What kind of hiking am I doing?” Here’s an answer. Read More …