Sky Island Traverse Thru-Hike: In My Pack While I was on this thru-hike, backpacking in some of the most varied terrain you could possibly imagine, I was reliant on my gear to do a little bit of everything!
Gear Review: Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest 70 Ultralight Backpack When I want a reliable, high volume backpack for epic and challenging trips, I am always going to gravitate towards Hyperlite Mountain Gear's Southwest 70.
Protecting Cryptobiotic Soil: A Hiker’s Guide to Preserving the Southwest’s Hidden Life Cryptobiotic soil may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about desert landscapes, but it’s one of the most critical parts of keeping the Southwest wild and beautiful. Every step matters when it comes to protecting this delicate crust.
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Gear Review: The Squak Grid Fleece Hoodie So far I've been enjoying how The Squak performs in the high deserts of the Southwest. I imagine it will be a valuable part of my layering system during summer in the alpine, when days become hot but the breeze is cold.
Gear Review: Outdoor Vitals NovaPro Jacket Overall, the NovaPro Jacket by Outdoor Vitals is a phenomenal ultralight down jacket. It's exceptionally warm and very durable. It uses a mix of responsibly sourced down and synthetic to create a reliable insulation that works even if it becomes fully drenched. It's a powerhouse of a puffy!