Backpacking
I spent some time debating between the ATR 5 and the Speedgoat, but ultimately went with the ATR 5 due to comfort, and larger toe box. The Speedgoat was a little too narrow for my foot, and the impact was a little stiffer, more like a running shoe.
On my next hike I’ve decided to trade off a little weight for convenience. I’ve decided to use a new free standing, double walled tent. I’ve used Big Agnes tents in the past, and impressed wih the weight, I decided to go with them again.
The Colorado Trail is going to be a beautiful hike, made even better by the fact that Jordan is going. It will be the classic tortoise vs hare scenario. My brother is much faster, but I have the benefits of consistency, wisdom, and delusion.
Over the years I’ve tried numerous rain jackets. I’ve found that when hiking hard, in cold or warm weather, there
Continental Divide Trail – April 23, 2009 I stood staring out into the dreary, grey morning with my pack slung
I spent some time debating between the ATR 5 and the Speedgoat, but ultimately went with the ATR 5 due to comfort, and larger toe box. The Speedgoat was a little too narrow for my foot, and the impact was a little stiffer, more like a running shoe.
I now have all of the guides I’m going to use on the Colorado Trail. In the past I’ve used
