A trip to the Tetons and a change
A weekend up in the Tetons. A weekend that signifies a life change. Read More …
Author: Paul Mags
“Feeling the love” and other news…
Two shout-outs just in time. My life is settling down a bit as I am in the process of some life changes. Should have more energy to write at my usual rate. Read More …
Long term review: My favorite fleece hat
Cold and drizzly today in Colorado. Which means I had to grab my favorite hat. Read More …
Kenosha Ridge Walk
Life can get busy. And that is especially why even a short outdoor trip is needed. Read More …
Musings on Hatch Green Chile, 4oz can
And now for a review of something that is very important: An item of food. Why? Because if you don’t think food is important, you don’t backpack enough. 😉 Read More …
An overlook: Sierra Designs High Route 1FL
Some initial impressions of the High Route 1FL shelter. Read More …
First impressions: Sierra Designs Flex Capacitor
Initial impressions of the Sierra Designs Flex Capacitor backpack. Read More …
Buffalo Peaks Walkabout
An overnight loop in the Buffalo Peaks Wilderness. Fall color galore and a seldom visited set of 13k foot peaks were the highlights. Read More …
Trail Groove Issue 30- Enchanted New Mexico
Trail Groove Issue 28 featuring some more articles I wrote. Read More …
Wonderful fall
Fall. The best time to be outside. Read More …
The AliExpress wormhole
AliExpress is becoming more and more of a choice for outdoor gear. Some observations. Read More …
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 …
Gear review: Six Moon Designs Skyscape Trekker
A reasonably priced 24 oz shelter that works well for my shoulder season, group trips or when it is insect prone. Read More …
Gear review: ULA CDT backpack
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 …
Wind River Obscure Route
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 …
Wind River Dreaming
Off to the Winds for a week of backpacking bliss. Read More …
Sand to Alpine: Great Sand Dunes to Ellingwood
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 …
Quick Tip: Measuring distance with a lanyard
A quick and dirty way of estimating map mileage using a compass lanyard or similar sized string. Read More …