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May 20, 2024

Shoulder Season Bikepacking in Europe

　　Spring and autumn should not be ignored for cycle travel. Theres a real joy and satisfaction that you can find with “out-of-season” travel that youll never get if you think of summer as your only option for cycling and adventure. However, the moods of the weather and route choice need thought, so I compiled a few ideas and tips to...

May 20, 2024

How to Choose Ultralight Backpacking Gear (Tips & Tricks from a Thru

　　When I started planning my 2015 Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike, I knew I wanted ultralight backpacking gear. I wasn’t aiming for sub-10 pounds or any particular ‘goal weight’, but I wanted to make intentional gear choices that kept my base weight low without going completely barebones. (Base weight is the total weight of your pack, fully loaded, not including anything...

May 20, 2024

Attempting the Seven Summits: An Aconcagua Trip Report

　　　　After climbing the six great north faces of the Alps, I was on the lookout for my next big project. The Seven Summits is the collective name for the seven largest mountains, one on each continent—I decided this would be a good goal. More remote and higher altitude but less technical than the six north faces, the Seven would...

May 20, 2024

Remote in Chamonix

　　MSR athlete Eric Larsen took our Remote series tent to the heart of Chamonixs backcountry, and was eager to share his professional insight. 　　　　I have literally spent years of my life in a tent on one adventure or another. Ive spent so much time in tents that they feel like home to me. On an expedition, a tent is...

May 20, 2024

Paring it Down to the Essentials: A Guide’s Gear for a Three

　　As a guide with the American Alpine Institute on Mt. Baker, I often end up working with clients who try to bring all the appropriate gear but end up bringing just a tad more than necessary. In this post, I will talk about the gear I bring with me on a 3-Day Baker Skills and Climb trip and how I...

May 20, 2024

Packrafting the Flathead River in Montana’s Bob Marshall Wilderness

　　Packrafting opened up a world of adventure for me. Being from the desert, the idea of hauling a raft deep into the wilderness was fairly novel. But when photographer Jacob Moon and his wife Natasha invited me to go packrafting on the South Fork of the Flathead, one of the world’s premier rivers, I couldn’t say no. 　　　　Photo by...

May 20, 2024

North of 60: Three Incredible Hikes in the Yukon Territory

　　Story and Images by Joe Yelverton Story and Images by Joe Yelverton 　　The Sprinter van is packed, travel mug’s full of coffee, playlist is ready. Only 10 hours to go till I arrive in the Yukon Territory. 　　Despite being a full-time Alaskan I always look forward to my time in the Yukon— “North of 60” as many Yukoners call it—referring...

May 20, 2024

Mountain Running in the Sierra Nevada

　　One of the best parts of mountain running is when you get to walk. I’m not calling mountain running a gentle stroll, but generally, you’re not full-on, maxed-out sprinting hour after hour up an enormous rock pile. The running part is great, but the main draw is that rock pile and the ones around it. Just being, and moving, in...

May 20, 2024

“Link Sar has Been Climbed”—American Team Makes First Ascent

　　Photos courtesy of Graham Zimmerman 　　Eighteen years after his first attempt to reach the summit of Link Sar, prolific climber Steve Swenson finally stood atop the notoriously technical peak in Pakistan’s Karakoram. He was joined by alpinists Mark Richey, 61; expedition leader Graham Zimmerman, 33; and Chris Wright, 36. In an endeavor that was uncertain right to the last moment,...

May 20, 2024

How to Hike the Oregon Coast Trail

　　Words and Photos by Laura Lancaster 　　　　“I knew you were coming.” 　　I had been dreading this stretch of the Oregon Coast Trail that ran between Manzanita and Tillamook since we started weekend thru-hiking (or section-hiking) it in chunks back in 2017. Heading south from Tillamook, the OCT follows Highway 101—the main artery for the Oregon Coast—for over 10 miles...

May 20, 2024

Himalayas: Preparing for and Hiking at High Altitude

　　I’ve joined friends and photographers, Dan and Janine Patitucci for a ten-day Himalayan adventure trek across the Gangotri Glacier organized by Ruck Sack Tours. This glacier is one of the main sources of the Ganges River, and one of the largest in the Himalaya. However, it is rapidly receding. We scramble over rock and rubble where ice once stretched to...

May 20, 2024

A Guide to Thru

　　Written by: McKenzie Barney 　　New Zealand’s Te Araroa Trail is the world’s newest long-distance thru-hike. Stretching 3,000 km from Cape Reinga, at the top of the North Island, to Bluff, at the bottom of the South Island, the TA is defined by its challenging terrain, unpredictable weather and navigational obstacles, and just may be the toughest of the world’s major...

May 20, 2024

Glacier Peak—Skiing Washington’s Most Remote Volcano

　　Words Photos by William Woodward 　　　　Volcano skiing is a well-honored pastime in Washington. While our most famous volcanoes live in plain sight, like Mt. Rainier and Mt. Baker, Glacier Peak often remains hidden but for a few high points on public roads. The fifth volcano highest in the state, Glacier is second only to Mt. Rainier in climbing prominence,...

May 20, 2024

From Sea to Source: Misadventures & Camping on the Hudson River

　　In August of 2019, my friend Kirk and I fulfilled a childhood dream, paddling the Hudson River from source to sea. Growing up, my friends and I would explore my small hometown and go as far as we could get before making it home for dinner. We would go paddling, swimming, cliff jumping, hiking and occasionally jump trains when they...

May 20, 2024

Arcade Vernan Kee Belt Slim

　　DESCRIPTION 　　Designed by artist Vernan Kee, drawing from his respect for nature and his Navajo heritage. Striking geometric shapes reflect Vernan's modern take on traditional rug patterns that are uniquely his own. 　　PRODUCT DETAILS 　　New Contoured BuckleLow-profile and molded to follow the curve of your form for maximum comfortPerformance StretchFreedom...

May 20, 2024

Fjallraven Singi Padded Vest Mens

　　DESCRIPTION 　　A functional and hardwearing padded vest with practical storage solutions that keep you organized while on the go. Two large, bellows pockets are positioned lower on the chest for ease of use. Includes an interior zippered chest pocket, a multitool pocket, and two large hand pockets placed beneath the...

May 20, 2024

Le Bent Midweight ¼ Zip Mens

　　DESCRIPTION 　　The Men’s Midweight ¼ Zip is crafted with Le Bents 260gm Signature Blend fabric, providing enhanced 4-way stretch, superior breathability and thermoregulation, while melding the luxuriously soft on-skin properties of rayon from bamboo and the unrivalled odour resistance of merino wool. Featuring the FlowState Sleeve System™, body-mapped panels move...

May 20, 2024

Point6 Colorado Socks Mens

　　DESCRIPTION 　　Point6 Colorado Socks - Men's: CELEBRATE COLORADO WITH A 3/4 CYCLING CREW WITH EXTRA LIGHT CUSHIONING UNDER FOOT. 5-inch cuff and temperature-regulating Merino wool provide maximum comfort for long rides. Made exclusively using 100% compact spun Merino wool. ...

May 20, 2024

Patagonia Classic Retro-X Fleece Jacket Mens

　　DESCRIPTION 　　A warm and windproof 100% polyester (50%-85% recycled) bonded ¼-pile fleece jacket for cool, blustery weather. Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory. 　　PRODUCT DETAILS 　　Wind-Blocking, Heat-Trapping FleeceWindproof barrier bonded between a cozy 85% recycled polyester fleece exterior and a mesh backerCenter-Front Zipper with Wind FlapFull zipper with internal...

May 20, 2024

Capranea Badus Jacket mens

　　DESCRIPTION 　　Cold doesn’t stand a chance. 　　Our warmest ski jacket, the Badus will take you from the coldest slopes to the coolest restaurant without compromising on style. A detachable hood and gaiter means you can customise your look – and your experience. 　　The Badus combines high-performance Austrian full-way stretch fabric...