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Fresh Gear Friday: Cold Weather Sleeping Bags and Other Gear

Welcome to another round of Fresh Gear Fridays! Today I've got a nifty new lightweight stool to tell you about, a winter-worthy sleeping bag to add to your radar, and another tasty meal to keep you satiated on those chilly overnighters. Let's get into it. 

How to Properly Fit a Backpack for Hiking

Having a properly fitted backpack is a critical component of reducing discomfort on the trail. Because hiking with weight creates a cumulative strain, it can be hard to suss out all the intricacies while testing different packs out in a store.

Sleeping Tips for Backpacking

Are you tired of getting poor-quality sleep while on a backpacking trip? Well, those days are over my friend. Endless nights of tossing and turning and some solid research sessions have led me to completely overhaul my sleep system. I'll tell you about my new dynamic duo (ZORP!) that knocks me out better than I ever could have dreamed. No more counting sheep, just deep sleep, free of regreets. 

Three Golden Rules Of Backpacking

Hello prospective adventurers! Today I want to share some of the backpacking-related wisdom I've garnered over the years. I've come up with three overarching rules that will help ensure you have a good time, that you're totally safe, and that you leave the wilderness intact for other people. These tidbits are geared towards folks who are newer to the hiking community, but even if you feel like a veteran, we can all use a little refresher from time to time. 

How to Waterproof Jackets, Repair Hiking Gear & More!

Shopping for the latest and greatest backpacking gear can be an exciting experience. But don't forget about your first loves too quickly. Just because your backpack has a hole, your down jacket has lost some insulation, your rain jacket has devolved into a normal jacket, or your sleeping pad deflates during the night, doesn't mean that they need to be replaced - they can also be repaired.