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Category Archives: Helpful information
Darn Tough Socks. Are they REALLY “Unconditionally Guaranteed for Life”? A personal experience.
Before I get into my unsolicited review of Darn Tough Socks, let me tell you a story about a younger and less experienced version of myself. When I first got into backpacking and hiking, I went and spent a lot … Continue reading
How to put in higher mileage days when backpacking
I will never set a speed record for long distance hiking, but I am always looking for ways to improve my overall hiking speed. I will share a few of the things I have learned in my years of backpacking … Continue reading
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“Going to ground” from a hammock when backpacking
Recently, there have been several post in blogs and forums about “going to ground” from a hammock. If unfamiliar with this concept, it is the idea to go from hanging in a hammock to sleeping on the ground. Most often … Continue reading
Track my progress real-time on my SPOT GPS Messenger
I’m leaving tomorrow (10/5/2019) morning to drive to Elkmont, Tennessee and begin a 4 day, 35 mile backpacking trip. To show how a SPOT GPS Messenger works, I am sharing my public page where you can track my progress. There … Continue reading
My personal backpack packing list/weight planning spreadsheet
I love a good spreadsheet. Here is the one I’m currently using. It does graphs, percentages, and lots of things you may not need. This information is actually my packing list for a trip I leave on tomorrow to the … Continue reading
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Printable Pinhoti “snail trail” guide
In planning for an upcoming 5 day/4 night solo trip, I visit the Pinhoti Trail Alliance website often. You can find it here: http://www.pinhotitrailalliance.org/ One of the offerings on this website is a North bound “snailtrail guide” that goes into … Continue reading
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Pinhoti Trail planning spreadsheet
Those that know me know I’m a little nerdy and detail oriented. I love spreadsheets. Nothing too fancy, but a well designed spreadsheet makes me happy. The Pinhoti Trail in Alabama stretches for about 180 miles across the state from … Continue reading
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Sale on SPOT GPS Messenger
I have a SPOT device and it suits my needs. Do your research and make your own decision. If you decide this is for you they are having a limited time sale. Disclaimer: I do not benefit in any way … Continue reading
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Sample backpacking food list for 5 day, 4 night hiking trip.
One of the most important things to consider when doing multi-day hiking is food. When you are hiking many miles (for me that is over 15 miles a day) for several days in a row, you have to ensure you … Continue reading
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How I pack by backpack. Every single time.
I’m taking a short break to the series to give some more details. I had an earlier post about packing my backpack and thought it needed a more in-depth entry. I will start with my backpack fully loaded and unpack … Continue reading
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