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The Overlook: Backpacking in a Time of Uncertainty

Jan 19, 2021 by Ben Kilbourne

animus river

Is backpacking suddenly…hard? Ben Kilbourne understands, and discusses how to deal with it during uncertain times.

Animas River, Ben Kilbourne, Colorado, colorado trail, covid-19, pandemic, quarantine, San Juans, The Overlook, Uinta Highline Trail, Weminuche Wilderness

Unpacked: “Free Outside” by Jeff Garmire Book Review

Nov 23, 2020 by Mark Wetherington

BPL columnist Mark Wetherington reviews the book “Free Outside” by fellow BPL member and author – and Colorado Trail FKT holder – Jeff Garmire.

arizona trail, book review, calendar year triple crown, colorado trail, fkt, free outside, jeff garmire, long trail, pinhoti trail, self-published, thru-hike, unsupported

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Jeff Garmire is Attempting an Unsupported FKT of the Colorado Trail

Aug 28, 2020 by Ryan Jordan

Jeff Garmire is attempting a Colorado Trail FKT (fastest known time). Here’s his approach, gear, tracking info, and more. He started today.

Colorado, colorado trail, fastpacking, fkt

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