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That One Missing Box
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That One Missing Box

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Over six months have passed since we moved across the country. Seven months ago, I packed the last box, and in it were my two favorite stoves: the MSR Windpro and the Snowpeak. My GSI long-handled spoons. But the last thing to go in...was my trekking poles, which were both ultralight and specifically designed for… Continue reading That One Missing Box

Arm Sleeve Review
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Arm Sleeve Review

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Over the years, I have used arm sleeves many times, especially in alpine zones. Start off cold? Add arm sleeves before you start hiking. Once the sun comes up, take them off. There is no need to change from a long sleeve to a short sleeve top. My first pairs were made by a small… Continue reading Arm Sleeve Review

Gear Review: FireSLEEVE and FlameNest Lighter Protectors
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Gear Review: FireSLEEVE and FlameNest Lighter Protectors

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If you are like me, you probably carry a backup Bic lighter in your pack somewhere. Mine is usually in my cooking kit bag with my stove. Some of my stoves have piezo lighters, others do not. But even with those that do, I never trust them. You want a way to always ignite your… Continue reading Gear Review: FireSLEEVE and FlameNest Lighter Protectors

Gear Review: CamelBak Thrive Flip Straw Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle
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Gear Review: CamelBak Thrive Flip Straw Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle

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Kirk had recently picked up a 32-ounce CamelBak Thrive Flip Straw Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle for me on Amazon, so I set off to review it. Retail price is $32.99. I didn't find it on Camelbak's website - they sell a 25-ounce and 40-ounce version, however. The 32-ounce is also sold on Walmart's website… Continue reading Gear Review: CamelBak Thrive Flip Straw Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle

Just Bring The Toilet Paper
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Just Bring The Toilet Paper

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When I first started writing about the outdoors, I was one of the very few women in the outdoor writing industry in the early 2000s in my particular niche (trail cooking, hiking, ultra-light backpacking). Chances were that if you picked up a book on hiking or backpacking, it was written by a man. Which isn't… Continue reading Just Bring The Toilet Paper