Warm skiing and cold hiking
Some spring like snow on Saturday with some cold hiking on Sunday made for a good weekend. Read More …
Some spring like snow on Saturday with some cold hiking on Sunday made for a good weekend. Read More …
A “pack shakedown” is popular be it online or in person. But the best way to shake down a pack is to go out and use it. Read More …
Trail Groove Issue 26. One with a winter focus, including an article I wrote about winter backpacking. Read More …
A simple trick for sleeping warmer at night. Read More …
An interview with me from the Backpacking Light’s “Faces” series. Read More …
Not quite the overnight backpack I wanted (snow a bit melted out, rocky even up high), but still a wonderful night to be out. Very warm and beautiful days! Read More …
A simple, effective and safe way to carry denatured alcohol. Read More …
Volunteering to give an outdoor based presentation? Great! Here’s how to be prepared and avoid the gremlins that seem to crop up. Read More …
A general overlook at puffy jackets. Which type is best for three-season use, general winter use or more extreme environments. Read More …
More and more work is done by volunteer groups for protecting our wild lands. These groups need our help. Here’s some ways you can give this help. Read More …
Some effective pants for ski touring when constantly on the move and above 10 or so in temperature. Read More …
A closer look at the venerable Dachstein boiled wool mittens. Read More …
Another great use for the humble scraps of blue foam Read More …
The gear I use for various forms of backcountry skiing. Read More …
A little skiing. A little hiking. Some winter time outside. Read More …
Another TBT item. The simple anorak windbreaker works very well for winter. Read More …
In the cold weather, bring some lithium batteries. Read More …
Another quick backpack to bring in the New Year. Read More …