As someone who takes my morning coffee ritual seriously, I wanted to know the truly best option for a cup of joe while lightweight backpacking. My criteria came down to two critical factors: 1) Taste that would inspire me as...
I still vividly remember when I upgraded from a RidgeRest to an REI brand air-filled sleeping pad for backpacking. I had just graduated from college and was about to set out for eight months traveling and backpacking through Argentina. That...
Whyld River launched a Kickstarter for its DoggyBag – a high quality sleeping bag for dogs – on Tuesday. It funded in less than 12 hours. And I wasn’t surprised! I’ve been testing a medium-size DoggyBag for almost a month....
Like all things, footwear for backpacking is constantly evolving. As outdoor gear increasingly shifts from durable and bulky towards fast and light, traditional boots are being traded in for trail runners and hiking shoes. While this review won't include a cross benefit analysis...
As weight conscious backpackers cut heavier features from their packs (and increasingly move away from traditional osprey style backpacks with brains) fanny packs are once again "cool." Additionally, fanny packs are also exceptionally functional. Small and light, fanny packs allow...
I love backpacking gear almost as much as I love backpacking itself. I relentlessly scrutinize pack weight down to the very last ounce, creating an ongoing evolution of what’s in my backpack. I’m talking breaking the ends off toothbrushes, cutting...