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Gear Review: Sea to Summit Ember II 30 Down Quilt
Backpacking quilts have gained in popularity in recent years, largely driven by weight-conscious backpackers looking to trim weight from their sleep
Overview of the Major Alternates along the CDT
Are you a purist? Get ready for a different kind of adventure when you embark upon the Continental Divide Trail. This is not the PCT, and it’s
Your Guide to Resupplying on the Continental Divide Trail
Planning your resupply on the Continental Divide Trail can be intimidating. While there are hundreds of possible alternate routes for your CDT
How to Get to the CDT Southern Terminus
Starting the CDT can be a little more complicated than the PCT or the AT, starting with the fact that there are actually three potential starting
How to Finance a Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hike
One of life's biggest stressors—both on and off the trail—is money. Don't bring that stress with you during a thru-hike, or at least try to minimize
Gear Review: Montbell Superior Down Trail Skirt
Montbell Superior Down Trail Skirt I love hiking in skirts, but before now it’s always been a warm weather endeavor for me. With its serious
Gear Review: Montbell Thermawrap Trail Skirt
Montbell Thermawrap Trail Skirt Montbell’s motto is “Function Is Beauty,” and I love their products for being simple and lightweight yet functional
How to Be a Better Trail Angel
So you’re interested in being a trail angel? Good for you! Maybe you’ve hiked a long trail and want to give back to the hiking community. Maybe
Reaching Canada and the Triple Crown
I first learned of thru-hiking seven or eight years ago. I'd heard of the Pacific Crest Trail before, but I figured it was something just one or two
Dodging Fires Through Montana
They say this trail is cold, and they were right. We haven't really had a hot day since New Mexico, but that all changed in Darby, MT. It