David Parnell

David is an accomplished mountain endurance athlete who has completed over 25 ultra marathon races (follow on Strava). He is most proud of his finish at The Drift 100 - a high elevation, 100 mile winter foot race that zigzags along the Continental Divide in Wyoming. In the future he hopes to compete in the ITI 350 and ultimately the full 1,000 mile Iditarod Trail Invitational that follows the same path as the historic dog sled race.

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Vanlife is awesome if you want to travel full-time. However, one of the most frustrating parts about living in a van is the fact that you often can’t stand fully upright inside like you would if you were in a house. This might not seem like a big deal, but if you’re planning on living …

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We’ve put together this list of the least expensive and budget-friendly camper vans on the market today. Below are some great warehouse stock options to check out. Camper vans are a great way to get out and enjoy an adventurous life on the open road. But, buying one can cost you a significant chunk of …

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Travel trailers are a great way to live life on the open road without having to sacrifice any of life’s little luxuries. But, many travel trailers, while comfortable and spacious, are too heavy to be towed by all but the most powerful of trucks. Thankfully, there are plenty of great travel trailers under 6,000 lbs …

For many avid hikers, thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail (AT) is a life-long goal. Many spend countless days testing their mettle on trails far and wide before they set off on the journey of a lifetime from Georgia to Maine. But, can a beginner hike the AT, or is it just for experts? It is possible …

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We’ve all been there: You’ve spent the weekend vegging out on the couch and, come Monday morning, you’re determined to go on a run before work. But, when your alarm goes off, you immediately hit snooze as the thought of lacing up your shoes to hit the trail makes you want to immediately hide under …