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.

Pop up campers are a great option for those looking to upgrade from tent camping and experience some home comforts such as bathroom facilities and air conditioning. Lightweight pop-up trailers are the perfect option when searching for a camper with great towability and storage practicality as well. We’ve found the top 10 pop up campers …

Have you ever heard the term “cowboy camping” but not sure what it means for backpackers? Definition of cowboy camping in backpacking: Cowboy camping is defined as any type of camping where you sleep outside under the stars without the use of a tent or another type of shelter to protect yourself from the elements. …

Getting outside on a camping trip is a great way to disconnect from the world around you and to enjoy some quality time in nature. But not everyone is as eager to get dirty and muddy on a camping trip and some people don’t get too terribly excited about sleeping on the dirt in a …

Do you hate slipping and sliding around on icy terrain as you hike? You’re not alone. Trekking over icy and slippery trails can be a huge challenge and it is one of the reasons why many people opt to stay at home during the winter months. Thankfully, there’s a way to get more traction on …

Have a pair of beloved hiking shoes that are starting to look a little worse for wear? You’re not alone. Keen hikers tend to go through boots and shoes at a rapid clip, which can cost a lot of money in the long term. If you’re not interested in buying a new pair of boots, …

Finding a used RV for sale under $5000 is not only very affordable but will be an extreme upgrade from tent camping. An RV will provide you with built in conveniences such as stoves, fridges, electricity and maybe even a bathroom. There’s a reason there is a growing movement of nomads living and working from …

For those on a budget or simply wanting a more compact size trailer, there are plenty of showstopping lightweight camping trailers under 2,500 lbs available. Purchasing a trailer weighing under 2,500 lbs has many benefits from reduced gas costs to the ability to tow the trailer with smaller sized vehicles. Functionality and comfort are still …

Getting a good night’s sleep while camping shouldn’t be an insurmountable task. But if your sleeping set-up in the mountains isn’t comfortable, you’ll have a hard time catching some quality Zzzzs under the stars. Should you use a sleeping pad, a cot, or something else entirely? So, that raises the question… What is the most …

Hiking is one of the best ways to enjoy the great outdoors during the summer months. But figuring out what to wear when you go hiking in the summer is no easy feat. Ultimately, there is no one “correct” way to dress for summertime hiking trips, though there are some general best practices and principles …

If you’re one of those backpackers that needs to have a pillow to get a good night’s sleep, you might be struggling to find a way to get some much-needed head and neck support as you snooze. Since bringing a full-size pillow into the mountains isn’t exactly practical, you have to find another way to …