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The Limits Of A CNOC Vecto And Sawyer Mini
My CNOC Vecto worked perfectly for almost two years and sprang a leak after about 150 days of backpacking. As shown in the picture above, the leak is
Gear Failures And Fixes
Some backpacking gear is consumable, and I expect it'll need to be replaced during a thru-hike. Other gear, I've always assumed to be durable enough
The Best-Laid Plans, Part Two
After a boring day's drive up the I-84, and a left turn just before Mount Hood, I arrived at the Frog Lake Trailhead early in the evening. My plan
The Best-Laid Plans, Part One
Dunsmuir is a nice place, but it doesn't have many accommodation options. My hotel wasn't as expensive as the one in Chester, but my credit card
Unleashed Dogs And Inconsiderate Owners
I guessed it wasn't just me. Per the PCTA, "We’ve all been startled by an unleashed dog running at us while on trail." I've been harassed by several
Lady Luck Gets Involved
Hiking through the area that burned in 2021's Dixie Fire, I was dirtier than usual. Every footstep produced a small puff of fine dust, which stuck to
The Hundred-Mile Fire-Pit
The night before I was due to reach Sierra City, conditions were hot and humid, so I stopped at a water source early the next morning. Soon
Bites, Stings, And Other Things
In general, I prefer dry-camping to sleeping near a water source. Carrying extra water is a small price to pay for the chance of a campsite with a
No Man’s Land
Running: it's a lot like walking, except you get there quicker. If you're thinking about training in preparation for the PCT, I'd recommend you start
That’s Trash, Not Treasure
About 10 miles north of Humphreys Peak, I stopped at a bear-proof locker. Inside, the water cache was in complete disarray, which meant this resupply