Highway 120 climbs up from Yosemite Valley to Tuolumne Meadows, shedding temperatures and crowds with each mile, the granite shrinking and taking on gentler angles and faces. A chill wind trails us as we drive the two-lane road through enchanted…
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Take it from thru-hiker and world traveler, Bethany Hughes; you need to be prepared for any and every forecast on your adventures. Get her tip for your gear while backpacking
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That crisp autumn air in your nostrils, the soft crunch of fallen leaves, the golden glow of an early sunset, less people, fewer bugs…camping in the fall is the best. Whether embarking on a late-season backpacking trip or shuttling the…
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Dirt, grime and oils on the surface of your bag will slowly work into the fill of your bag causing it to lose loft and warmth. In order to keep your bag performing at it’s best, we’ve laid out how to wash a sleeping bag and quilt.
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Is it time to store your sleeping pads and sleeping bags for the winter season? Read our tips on how to store your gear for winter hibernation without compromising their next-season performance.
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Ask anyone: A good night’s sleep while camping or backpacking can make all the difference in your outdoor adventures. Therm-a-Rest sleeping pads are renowned for their comfort and convenience, and knowing how to properly inflate them quickly and efficiently is…
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A proper fall sleep system gives you the ability to capitalize on the exquisite shoulder season of autumn—no bugs, fewer crowds, no sweltering heat. Depending on where you are though, shoulder season can be hard to plan for. It is…
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A guide through the essentials of bike-camping, from selecting your adventure wagon, route-finding, and packing principles in order to prime you for your next adventure.
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As you prepare for a bike-camping trip it’s important to consider your gear. Not just your bike and apparel, but your camping gear and, perhaps most importantly, your sleep system.
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Lessons learned from camping and bikepack racing up and down the mountain passes of Kyrgyzstan.
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Whether or not scavenging is your style, here are 10 ideas that will make dirtbagging life easier—and maybe a little less smelly—while sleeping in your car and making the most of your days outside.
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The plan involved lots of water, sand and kayaks. One week in March, some close friends and I visited the beautiful Pacific Northwest states of Oregon and Washington for a week of new experiences. Only a few people in our…
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