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Zpacks Altaplex Lite Review
Zpacks continues to innovate with new, lighter versions of their Plex tents. This year, they’ve managed to shave several ounces off of their already
Zoleo Satellite Communicator 2024 Review
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Professor: The Strategy That’s Helped Me Afford 6 Years, 15K Miles of Thru-Hiking (Jobs, Budgeting Tips, and More)
Ever since my first thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail in 2018, my life has revolved around the trail. By the halfway point of that first hike, I was
Zpacks 20-Degree Solo Quilt Review
Over the last 5 years, I have spent over 500 nights camping in the backcountry during all four seasons. Yet before any of that, Zpacks was one of
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT Sleeping Pad Review
Therm-a-Rest has made some of the most popular sleeping pads for almost as long as anyone can remember. Their lineup covers the gamut, from super
Carl “Professor” Stanfield: Reflections on the Calendar Year Triple Crown
In 2022, I set out to backpack more miles in a calendar year than had ever been done. My goal was to average nearly 30 miles a day over 365 days for
Zpacks Altaplex Tent Review
Choosing a shelter for a thru-hike is tougher than deciding on any other piece of gear: it's virtually picking a home for half a year. Zpacks tents
2022 NEMO Tensor Ultralight Insulated Sleeping Pad Review
There's a strong case to be made that a backpacker's sleep setup is the most important gear they carry. They'll spend 8-10 hours of every day on
Goosefeet Gear Down Socks Review
A backpacking Truth I've come to realize is that good sleep on the trail is extremely important. And this looks different for every hiker. It's all
Montbell Plasma 1000 Down Jacket Review
It may not be one of backpacking's Big 3, but the down jacket is right up there as one of the most discussed pieces of gear. Who makes the warmest