Looking back over gear failures and gear ‘save my arse’ memories … time to update gear kits. The same exercise completed 2 years ago, and again last year. The 3 kit gear set is based on conditions and trail type remains … Read More
Initially in 2024, I was going to continue using my old REI Flash 1 person backpacking tent. However, in planning 2024 adventures I had initially leaned into more backpacking and decided a new tent was needed for those plans (wild … Read More
This will not be a biased review. I love my Fast Kumo Fastpack and wear it exclusively on day hikes unless weather conditions are poor (wet / snowy). I would buy again, and recommend the pack highly. All images and … Read More
One last good gear shake out and a biology endurance test before the hiking season starts in the next weeks. Initially, a quick hike around Oakridge was planned, but the driving time and carbon burn couldn’t be overcome last minute, … Read More
Looking back over gear failures and gear ‘save my arse’ memories … time to update gear kits. The same exercise completed last year here. Kits evolved over 2023 into 3: Best gear for 2023: a) Gossamer Gear tarp – totally saved my … Read More
