This Zpacks Duplex Review is long overdue. This is one of the lightest “ultralight” two-person Dyneema shelters on the market right now and downright ROOMY… Read More »Zpacks Duplex Review – A Palace for One Person! | Average Hiker
Southern Breakfast joints and stellar sunrises were the highlights of Day 4 on the Benton Mackaye Trail as the hike continued.
My Benton MacKaye Trail gear had it had its winners and losers. In some cases, I went back to some dependable old gear.
Today was to be Sam’s last day on the trail and I thought it only appropriate she be rescued by a super nice hog hunter.
The BMT on Day 2 included lots of wild boar signs, and camping down by the Toccoa River. It was a beautiful day!
The MLD Prophet backpack is a frameless backpack that is made to order and it’s quality and features definitely make it worth the wait.
RightOnTrek makes food logistics easy! This company checks all the boxes – price, taste, ease, etc. Check out this review for more details.
The Mohawk Trail was the Appalachian Trail until a reroute in 1988. Now you can see AT remnants along this blue-blaze trail.
I used the Aeon Li on the Benton Mackaye Trail and appeciated the solid construction.
Crossing Loss Creek was not a risk I should have taken but I was too focused on making miles and moving forward.
The first day on the BMT was a gorgeous day for hiking! I could not wait to get started!
The Benton Mackaye Trail is going to be my Spring Hike this year – the first hike I’ve not started solo in 35 years of… Read More »Benton Mackaye Trail – Spring Time Has Arrived! | Average Hiker
The Hyperlite Stuff Sack Pillow is a new piece of gear I’ve added to my extensive collection of gear – a collection far too extensive… Read More »Hyperlite Stuff Sack Pillow – Compromise | Average Hiker
The Zoar Trail has great water view and features, along with nice glacial features.
The HOKA Speedgoat 4 lives up to the reputation of the HOKA brand with its comfort and cushion, combined with great traction.
This was my first day on the CDT in 2009 as I headed NOBO. I am much more patient now than I was back then.
The Highlight of the Testone Boulder Loop Trail is the very large glacial boulder found about halfway through the loop.
Fyler Pond is a short hike, but interesting with it’s pond, old agricultural equipment, and tree growth.
The Hyperlite Junction Backpack is arguably one of the highest quality and most durable backpacks I have used in my 30 years of backpacking.
The Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork hiking poles are high quality, durable hiking poles that provide confidence in tough hiking terrain.
The Ives Trail in Connecticut, with it’s history and varied terrain, make this a fun and challenging trail.
The road walking today was beautiful though, as I ambled through the back roads of New England.
I’ve given in and gone back to cooking on the trail. I enjoy a hot meal so much at the end of the day, and… Read More »Backpacking Meals – Evolution of my Eating Habits! | Average Hiker
The Silver Shadow Mini Umbrella by Six Moon Designs is a great umbrella for it’s price and size.
The Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60L Backpack is one of the most comfortable lightweight backpacks in its category.
Dirty Girl Gaiters will be great for desert hiking, and keeping out dirt and debris.
The New England Trail near Amherst included old stone bridges, mushroom hunts, and a town day.
As a woman backpacking solo for over thirty years, I’ve learned to trust my intuition and instincts. I have some lose “rules” I follow.
The Salomon Sense Ride 3 is a comfortable, dynamic shoe that lets me feel the trail beneath my feet while performing like a beast!
The Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60L Backpack is one of the most comfortable lightweight backpacks in its category.
Day 3 on The New England Trail was one of my favorites. The ridges above Hermit’s Cave had beautiful Fall views!
The Nemo Hornet 1P tent is a lightweight tent providing innovations that result in a roomy, weather-resistant tent for only 2 lbs!
The New England Trail was almost eerily quiet this morning. I paused to look around me. “Where are the birds?” I whispered.
New England Trail Day 1 brought the first of only a handful of shelters along this 215 mile trail.
A fall on some switchbacks, and winter weather ended my 2020 Colorado Trail hike. I’ll wrap it up in 2021!
The Greenbelly Meal2Go Food Bar has ended my search for an edible “protein bar,” and will be joining me on upcoming backpacking trips.
Today was a beautiful day above tree line. I could not have asked for more perfect weather. Other than frustrating shoes, it was fantastic!
The Kula Cloth is a game changer for me – sanitary, easy. No more bandanna for me!
Choosing a backpacking stove can be overwhelming. I’ll take you through the choices, along with the pros and cons for each type.
These 10 Great Backpacking Gifts are all items I use on my hikes and awesome gifts I would love to find under my tree! With… Read More »10 Great Backpacking Gifts! | Average Hiker