Colorado Trail Gear ListIntroductionThis is an example gear list for thru-hiking the Colorado Trail. I used these items hiking Southbound early in the 2017 season. Gear that works for one person may not be the best for another. Hike your own hike and enjoy the outdoors. Most of the weight was taken up by the […]
Water TreatmentIt would be impossible to carry all of the water needed for hiking. A water purification system is necessary to filter water from streams and lakes along the way. Water is heavy, so it is necessary to balance safety with weight. 1 liter of water = 2.2 pounds Each type of water purification has […]
Here are the top 5 backpacking tents of 2017 Backpacking tents need to be the perfect balance between comfort, durability, and low weight. It is going to be a large investment for your trip so you want to make sure you make the right decision. Tent technology has come a long way since your grandpa’s […]