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.

Overlanding is increasing in popularity in the United States, and it’s easy to see why. This form of travel can take you to remote places where you can camp and explore to your heart’s content. Using an off-road capable vehicle to see and explore the country is sure to provide you with a whole new …

Class B RV living is a growing trend in America. This style of living accommodates the desire to travel and participate in the minimalist, tiny home fad that has recently increased in popularity. Can you live full-time in a Class B RV? The short answer: Yes, you can live full-time in a Class B RV, …

Wearing the right hiking shoes is essential if you want to get good traction on the trail and avoid blisters during your adventures. But what kind of shoes should you wear hiking, you might be wondering? The best shoes to wear while hiking are the ones that feel the most comfortable on your feet. Most …

Xero Shoes are super popular among people who prefer to take a more minimalist approach to their footwear choices. But are Xero Shoes good for backpacking? Xero Shoes can be good for backpacking, but it depends on what model shoes you buy and what kinds of trekking you like to do. The company’s purpose-built hiking …

Hiking is an energy-intensive pursuit and anyone looking to hit the trail needs to have the right snacks on hand to power them through those tough uphill climbs. Thankfully, there are plenty of protein bars, energy chews, and other easy-to-eat snacks that you can pack with you when you head outside. But what is the …

Adventuring in the great outdoors is an energy-intensive pursuit. To keep ourselves fueled in the mountains, many of us turn to high-calorie foods that are easy to pack and cook. But most of these snacks are both highly processed and full of additives that aren’t good for us. For many of us health-conscious hikers, this …

If you enjoy the great outdoors, exploration, and discovery – overlanding could be your next adventure! Overlanding is fun because it offers travelers the freedom to explore remote, untouched places at their own pace, disconnect from the busy world, strengthen their survival skills, and meet others who share the same passion for adventure. In this …

There are plenty of options out there for an affordable Class-B RV from a variety of trusted brands. Of course, the cheapest way to set yourself up with a decent little camper would be to customize and renovate your own minivan. This can be pretty time consuming and that’s where prefabricated Class-B RVs become so …

Super C RVs are the blissful match between luxury and functionality built on a reliable truck chassis. With powerful engines offering plenty of torque and horsepower to get you to your dream destinations, it is clear to see why Super C RVs are so popular. These rugged RVs are built to accommodate additional family and …

Hiking in the mountains is hard work, and making sure that you get enough to eat during your adventures is no easy task. Meal planning is an essential skill for any trekker, but if you’re new to the pursuit, you might be asking yourself: “What food should I bring on a 3 day hike?” There’s …