BEST 2-PERSON TENTS for BACKPACKING in 2024

👇 GEAR FROM THE VIDEO 👇 Best Ultralight: https://geni.us/XmidPro2 Ultralight Alternative: https://geni.us/ZpacksDuplex Best Roomy Ultralight: https://geni.us/OffsetTrio Roomy Ultralight Alternative: https://geni.us/XmidPro2Plus Best Budget: https://geni.us/Mongar2P Budget Alternative: https://geni.us/X-Mid2 Best Freestanding: https://geni.us/Dragonfly2P Best … Continue reading “BEST 2-PERSON TENTS for BACKPACKING in 2024”

Training Tips for Hiking… that Actually WORK!

👇 GEAR FROM THE VIDEO 👇 Xero Shoes: https://geni.us/XeroShoes Walking Treadmill: https://geni.us/SpaceflexTreadmill Kettlebell: https://geni.us/AmazonKettlebell Adjustable Kettlebell: https://geni.us/BoS-KettleBell Favorite Weight Training Equipment: https://geni.us/BellsofSteel Training for the Uphill Athlete Book: https://geni.us/UphillAthlete This … Continue reading “Training Tips for Hiking… that Actually WORK!”

Portage Pass Glacier Trail, Whittier Alaska Hike

Welcome to one of the most rugged and rewarding hikes in Southcentral Alaska: the Portage Pass Trail in Whittier! This adventure started with a test of endurance—facing 32 MPH wind … Continue reading “Portage Pass Glacier Trail, Whittier Alaska Hike”

And why Quilts are STILL better than Sleeping Bags

Check out Garage Grown Gear quilts here: https://geni.us/GGG-Quilts ———————————————————————— ⭐ MY FAVORITE GEAR ⭐ Garmin InReach Mini: https://geni.us/InReachMini2 Decathlon Down Jacket – https://geni.us/Trek100DownJacketM REI Flash 55 Pack: https://geni.us/Flash55 Enlightened Equipment … Continue reading “And why Quilts are STILL better than Sleeping Bags”

Will This Gear Fix Big Problems with Winter Camping?

GGG New Gear: https://geni.us/New-GGG Mesh Base Layers: https://geni.us/Brynje 👇 GEAR FROM THE VIDEO 👇 X-Dome 1+ Tent: https://geni.us/X-Dome1plus Exped Ultra 7R Pad: https://geni.us/Ultra7R Mesh Base Layers: https://geni.us/Brynje 1600mL Pot: https://geni.us/Toaks1650 … Continue reading “Will This Gear Fix Big Problems with Winter Camping?”

5-DAYS – SOLO CAMPING IN RAINSTORM // West Coast Trail

👇 GEAR FROM THE VIDEO 👇 Lighterpack: https://lighterpack.com/r/qxqr2t ⛺ BIG 4 ITEMS ⛺ Gregory Pack (men’s): https://geni.us/GregoryFocal Gregory Pack (women’s): https://geni.us/Facet55 Pack Liner: https://geni.us/nylofume Durston X-Mid Tent: : https://geni.us/X-Mid2 Snow … Continue reading “5-DAYS – SOLO CAMPING IN RAINSTORM // West Coast Trail”

Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Gear for Beginners

NOTE: I highly recommend beginner backpackers borrow, rent, or buy used gear in order to get a feel for what works and what doesn’t. And to see if backpacking is … Continue reading “Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Gear for Beginners”

Best Pillows for Camping and Backpacking | 2025

👇 GEAR FROM THE VIDEO 👇 Best Overall Comfort: https://geni.us/MegaPillow Best Ultralight: https://geni.us/DreamSleeper UL Loops: https://geni.us/StickOnLoop Best All-Around: https://geni.us/TrekologyPillow Best for Side-Sleepers: https://geni.us/AerosPremium Warmest: https://geni.us/SoftTopPillow Most Innovative: https://geni.us/SoftTopPillow ———————————————————————— ⭐ … Continue reading “Best Pillows for Camping and Backpacking | 2025”

2025 Backpacking Sleeping Pad Awards

👇 GEAR FROM THE VIDEO 👇 Best Warm Pad: https://geni.us/xtherm Warm Alternative: https://geni.us/EtherLightXR-Pro Best Affordable Pad: https://geni.us/Naturehike5-8 Best Ultralight Pad: https://geni.us/TensorAllSeason Ultralight Alternative: https://geni.us/XliteNXT Best Super Ultralight Pad: https://geni.us/TensorElite Best … Continue reading “2025 Backpacking Sleeping Pad Awards”

The best free hikes Kauai Hawaii for whale watching mountains and waterfall swimming / hiking trails

Three incredible hikes to do in Kauai Hawaii. None involve a permit, all are public and free. The first trail is the Moalepe Kuilau trail (easy). It’s a hike through … Continue reading “The best free hikes Kauai Hawaii for whale watching mountains and waterfall swimming / hiking trails”

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