In the winter of 2017, we attended a colossal RV show for the first time. We knew nothing about RVing except that we were heading out for a three-month trip later that spring. We proceeded to examine nearly every type of RV there is, from super-efficient tear-drop trailers to massive Class A rigs that more …

A rip in your tent is one of the worst things that can happen while you’re out in the backcountry. Thankfully, fixing a rip in your tent is a problem that can be easily planned for when packing for your trip. When you have a rip in your tent, bugs and the weather can become …

A lightweight pop up truck camper is an amazing option for backcountry camping and off-roading. While standard truck bed campers can easily weigh in excess of 1,000 pounds, the newest generation pop up campers range from just 275-350 pounds, which allows you to explore even the most rugged terrain without killing your gas mileage or …

Whether you’re crawling down tiny slot canyons or rappelling your way to the bottom of a steep gully, canyoneering is an exciting and adventurous way to enjoy the great outdoors. But, if you try to search for quality canyoneering shoes online, you’ll quickly find that getting outfitted for the canyons isn’t as easy as it …

There’s really nothing better than sitting back and relaxing around a campfire. In fact, some of my favorite outdoor memories are from times that I’ve cooked in my enamel mug over a roaring fire under a beautiful starry sky. Enamel camping mugs are one of the best pieces of kitchenware for your backcountry trips. Durable, …

There is a lot of confusion surrounding the question of whether you need a CDL (commercial driver’s license) or special driver’s license to drive converted school bus RVs (what we affectionately call skoolies), made even murkier by the fact that the rules surrounding special license requirements vary state to state. Fortunately, I’ve done the research …

When dreaming about that next vacation, the thought of taking an RV trip may have crossed your mind. But, finding the best time to buy an RV and figuring out your budget are both vital next steps before taking the plunge.  So, what is the best time to buy an RV? Winter is the best …

Welcome to the pinnacle of ultra running: the 100 miler. A lot of people can run a 50k and claim the title of ultra runner, but what do they say to the inevitable follow up question, “Have you run a 100?” Let’s make sure your answer to that question is a resounding YES! There’s nothing …

Short bus conversions hit the sweet spot between tiny but agile vans and comfortable but unwieldy full-size buses. Of course, there are pros and cons to each type of vehicle, but in this article, I will share my experience living full-time in a short bus for over two years and we’ll hear from some other …

You may have seen them rumbling into the campground, that enormous trailer attached to a heavy-duty pick-up. It might even tower over your tow-behind like a highway rig, leaving you to ask: Could I ever drive one of those? Like all trailers and RVs, 5th wheels come in all shapes and sizes. And there’s a …