Showing posts with label Backpacking. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Backpacking. Show all posts

South: A Backpacking Adventure - Traveling Peru, Chile and Bolivia

Posted by Unknown on Thursday, January 22, 2015

What's it like to backpack through South America? Our four and a half month experience through Peru, Bolivia and Chile will forever remain one of our most tr [...]
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Gear Institute Announces Gear of the Year for 2014

Posted by Unknown on Monday, December 22, 2014

If you're still looking for that last minute Christmas gift for the outdoor adventurer in your life, and could use a little extra help, that perhaps the Gear Institute could be of assistance. The website, which is dedicated [...]
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Help Support the Pacific Crest Trail

Posted by Unknown on Friday, December 19, 2014

With the recent release of the movie Wild, starring Reese Witherspoon, there has been a lot of attention called to the Pacific Crest Trail. In the biographical film, Witherspoon plays Cheryl Strayed, who decided to through hike the PCT while she was [...]
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Outside Names the 20 Most Deadly Hikes in the World

Posted by Unknown on Tuesday, December 2, 2014

Most people don't regard hiking as being a particularly dangerous activity. After all, millions of people go hiking on a regular basis, and most return home without even a hint of a harrowing tale to share with their friends [...]
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The Adventure Blog Holiday Shopping Guide

Posted by Unknown on Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Thanksgiving is always a great time here in the States. Friends and family gather together to catch-up with one another, enjoy some great food, and relax for a few days. But, it also kicks off the frenzy of the holiday shopping [...]
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Gear Closet: adidas Terrex Swift R Mid Women's Hiking Boot

Posted by Unknown on Monday, October 27, 2014

The search for the perfect hiking boot can be a daunting proposition at times. When we're plunking down our hard-earned cash, we of course want boots that are comfortable, provides plenty of support, and fit our feet properly. [...]
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Gear Closet: Bushnell Rubicon A200L Compact Lantern

Posted by Unknown on Thursday, October 9, 2014

Recently I reviewed the UCO Tetra lantern, and found it to be a fun, innovative little gadget that not only made an excellent flashlight and lantern, but also allowed you to charge your smartphone and other gadgets from [...]
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Video: The Days That You Remember

Posted by Unknown on Monday, October 6, 2014

For a company that makes some of the best outdoor gear on the planet, Mountain Hardwear is certainly adept at making adventure films too. Case in point, this great video which does a fantastic job of capturing the essence of why we love being outside, [...]
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Gear Closet: Bushnell SolarWrap Mini

Posted by Unknown on Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Yesterday I posted a review of an ingenious little lantern that came packed with a host of nice features that are sure to make it a hit with adventure travelers and the outdoor crowd alike. Today, I have another product [...]
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Gear Closet: Obōz Bridger Mid BDry Boot

Posted by Unknown on Tuesday, September 16, 2014

While I was at Outdoor Retailer last month, I saw a number of really great looking, lightweight hiking boots. These new shoes promise to provide plenty of comfort and support, in a package that weighs next to nothing, while [...]
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Pure Michigan: Hiking the Porcupine Mountains

Posted by Unknown on Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Last month I had the opportunity to visit Michigan's Upper Peninsula, a fantastic travel destination that was seemingly built with the outdoor adventurer in mind. For my money, the U.P. – as it is referred to by the locals [...]
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