If you are fantasizing about a thru-hike, you probably can’t wait to leave your job behind and hit the trail. But first, you’ve got to save up enough money to actually quit that job. There are a million articles out there with tips for saving money, and you should read them for inspiration and ideas. … Read More “How to Save Money for Thru-Hiking” »
Tag: Gear
Does the Platypus Quickdraw perform as well as the Sawyer Squeeze over the long term?
I’ve probably sewed more backpacks than any other piece of gear, and all of them were Ray-Way, Mountain Flyer, or some slightly modified version of either one. Both make suitable backpacks for a hiker traveling light, and both can be made with a basic sewing machine. The Ray-Way I met 2 people on the AT … Read More “MYOG Comparison: The Ray-Way Pack vs. The Mountain Flyer” »
If I were to thru-hike the CDT again, this is the gear list I would start with.
So you’re ready to head out for a trip into the backcountry. Do you have the clothes you need to keep you safe and warm during all possible weather scenarios?
After somewhere over 200 nights of sleeping in our little tent, I think it’s time for a full review.
I’ve gotten a lot of questions about my backpack, mostly because people don’t recognize it and are curious as to where it came from. The reason they don’t recognize it, of course, is because I made it! However, I didn’t design it. That credit goes to Ray Jardine, an aerospace engineer turned rock climber, thru-hiker, and … Read More “Gear Review: The Ray-Way Pack” »
See our full PCT gear list for two and how it changed by the end of the trail.