Many of us enjoy hiking in the great outdoors, sometimes for days at a time. But could you imagine doing it for weeks and even months at a time, perhaps, for example, to walk the length of an entire country – almost three times? That is, if you can believe, what some people do. Thru-hiking …
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Cascadia Vehicle Tents (CVT) is a well-known brand in the overlanding and roof top tent (RTT) realm. They produce some of the best RTTs on the market, with products ranging in purpose from casual overnight camping to serious off-road expeditions. RTTs lend themselves to camping anywhere you can park your vehicle, and imbue many benefits …
Home to Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, and an abundance of public land, Moab has become an outdoor sports mecca of the Southwestern United States. Its picturesque and awe-inspiring landscape draws thousands of tourists in every year. Whether you come for the world-class mountain biking trails, to climb the historic desert towers found here, …
Trail mix is that wonderfully nutritious combination of foods designed to give you the energy needed to conquer the trail. However, you will quickly find that there are good things – and bad things – in store-bought products. We have found it is best to make your own trail mix at home, or to purchase …
Choosing the right type of clothing is vital when preparing for any time in the great outdoors, particularly when it involves activities like hiking and backpacking. Having the wrong gear can make or break your experience – being cold or wet in the outdoors is far from enjoyable. Your base layer is one of the …
It’s an exhilarating experience. You have walked into the woods carrying everything you need to survive and are now going to eat, sleep, and live outdoors. The backcountry is now your home. But there is a lot to consider before you can safely savor a night in the woods. Whether you’re new to backpacking or …
There’s no doubt having a converted camper van gives you the freedom and mobility that you just can’t get with a standard RV. There’s something so liberating about fitting into small spaces and not needing a full hook-up to enjoy homey comforts on the road or in the backcountry. You can practically go anywhere. Conversion …
Trail running and road running are so fundamentally different that they could be considered entirely different sports. The smooth, hard road could not be further removed from the softer, more rugged trail. But what if you want to engage in both forms of running? First, let’s ask ourselves… Are trail running shoes good for road …
Some of the most tantalizing hikes are set in dry, sunny regions, and can offer exquisite views of alpine lakes, dramatic canyons and mountain peaks. However, intense heat can build up rapidly on these trails and it is essential to be properly prepared for sunny hikes. Many a fun day out has been ruined by …
Tepui (pronounced teh-POO-ee) has built a reputation for producing some of the best roof top tents (RTTs) on the market. Since 2010 they have produced a variety of RTTs, including hard shell and soft shell tents that can sleep anywhere up to four people. RTTs provide many benefits, including the fact that they are designed …