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Where the Mountains Meet the Sea: Trekking the Olympic Range (Photo Essay)
Boy Scouts tackle the Olympic range - from rainforest to snowy divide - in lightweight style.
Evaluating outdoor gear with open source hardware
As customers of the outdoor industry we want to know which gear works the best. Using open source hardware is a great way to evaluate our gear choices.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 11
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
Jetboil Joule Review – Part 1, Overview
The Jetboil Joule is a high-volume cooking system that performs very well in ambient conditions; however more testing in cold conditions is needed to asses its overall performance.
How One High Sierra Trip Turned Into Permanent Nomadic Travel
Getting outdoors often makes all the difference, and a long expedition can go a long way to transforming your life.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 10
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
The Timberline Trail
Similar to its cousin, the Wonderland Trail which circumnavigates Mt. Rainier, the Timberline Trail traces the shadow of Mt. Hood and makes for a spectacular journey.
Unseen Africa: Francis Tapon’s Four Year Journey Circumnavigating Africa
Taking an ultralight mindset to Africa requires an adjustment, but the lessons learned and the experiences had in Africa are rarely matched.
Wonderland Trail
As it circumnavigates Mt. Rainier, the Wonderland Trail offers some stunning views and excellent camping spots.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 9
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
Yosemite Adventures
Yosemite is a wild place and has incredible wilderness opportunities for hikers, climbers, and skiers.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 8
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
Pick Up Your Feet
Grandma Gatewood was the first woman to solo-thru-hike the Appalachian Trail. Her journey saved the trail and her legacy continues to shape the ultralight backpacking movement.
Deejo UL Knives
A very lightweight and practical backcountry knife. Useful for food prep with good hardness for its price.
Onto The Shelf
Extremely rare conditions led to a once in a lifetime opportunity to explore the stunning ice shelf on Lake Superior.
Bikepacking at the Cusp
Nice gear is an added bonus, but don't get distracted by the research or gear hunting - the main goal is to get outside often!
Rambling the High Sierra
There are so many ways to navigate through the Sierras - why not try them all?
Jiva Coffee Cubes
Perhaps a bit more exotic than your traditional black coffee, Jiva Coffee Cubes simplify the process of coffee making and are a viable option for backcountry coffee making.
Beyond Our Boundaries: Episode 7
Follow the story of a family of five as they backpack over 2000 miles from Georgia to Maine.
100 Mile Wilderness
The 100 mile wilderness is vast - and challenging. Thru-hikers often complete the whole traverse in a few days, but slowing down will offer spectacular views and an even more memorable experience.
