The Ultimate Hiker’s Gear Guide – 2nd Edition Posted on March 28, 2017 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply A look at the second edition of The Ultimate Hiker’s Gear Guide by Andrew Skurka.
Quick Tip: Easy Bake Oven Post-Trip Posted on January 13, 2017 by Paul Mags — 2 Comments ↓ Hot cinnamon rolls or warm danish for post-trip enjoyment? Why yes.
Quick Tip: Pre-packaged winter meals Posted on December 12, 2016 by Paul Mags — 3 Comments ↓ A quick way to make a meal for winter backpacking.
Winter Backpacking – A fourth season delight Posted on November 8, 2016 by Paul Mags — 3 Comments ↓ An introductory overview to winter backpacking.
Quick Tip: Measuring distance with a lanyard Posted on August 31, 2016 by Paul Mags — 3 Comments ↓ A quick and dirty way of estimating map mileage using a compass lanyard or similar sized string.
GPS mileage discrepancies Posted on August 30, 2016 by Paul Mags — 13 Comments ↓ A map, guidebook or race course has one set of mileage listed. Your GPS device has more mileage listed or, rarely, less mileage. Why?
Off-trail hiking vs. Bushwhacking Posted on August 24, 2016 by Paul Mags — 2 Comments ↓ Bushwhacking may be off-trail. But not all off-trail hiking is bushwhacking. Here’s what I think are the differences.
Dry Camping – A few simple tips Posted on July 29, 2016 by Paul Mags — 3 Comments ↓ Some thoughts and tips for dry camping.
Quick Tips: Backpacking rules of thumb Posted on July 22, 2016 by Paul Mags — 6 Comments ↓ A grab bag of some quick answers to some common questions I’ve answered over the years.
What not to dirtbag Posted on July 5, 2016 by Paul Mags — 15 Comments ↓ I’m a big proponent of inexpensive backpacking gear and clothing when it makes sense. But there are some items where it is worth spending more money.
