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    Comparison: Altra Lone Peak 4.5 vs Altra Lone Peak 4.0 Shoes
    Mat
    • Dec 20, 2019
    • 5 min

    Comparison: Altra Lone Peak 4.5 vs Altra Lone Peak 4.0 Shoes

    The Lone Peak by Altra has quickly become a trail favorite for thru-hikers, section hikers and weekend warriors, and it's easy to see...
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    5 Items I'll Be Testing On Trips In 2019
    Mat
    • Apr 29, 2019
    • 7 min

    5 Items I'll Be Testing On Trips In 2019

    This month kicked off my 3-season guided backpacking trips as well as conditioning for this year's Allegheny 100 Challenge. With multiple...
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    Gear Review Video: Ultimate Direction FK Tarp & FK Bivy
    mattjobin
    • Dec 18, 2018
    • 1 min

    Gear Review Video: Ultimate Direction FK Tarp & FK Bivy

    A look at two new pieces of gear from Ultimate Direction for 2018. The FK Tarp and FK Bivy. Testing out the tarp and bivy system during a...
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    Allegheny 100 Training Hike: 39.3 Mile LKD Loop & Nine Trails Vest Test
    Mat
    • May 27, 2018
    • 1 min

    Allegheny 100 Training Hike: 39.3 Mile LKD Loop & Nine Trails Vest Test

    This video is a combination of two trips. The first is a quick 6 mile rainy training hike on part of the LKD Loop where I was eager to...
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    22.5 Mile Day Hike Allegheny 100 Training: New England Trail
    Mat
    • May 15, 2018
    • 1 min

    22.5 Mile Day Hike Allegheny 100 Training: New England Trail

    In this video I share a 22.5 mile training hike I take on the New England Trail, in preparation for the Allegheny 100 Challenge which I...
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    25 Mile Day Hike Allegheny 100 Training: Appalachian Trail
    Mat
    • May 13, 2018
    • 1 min

    25 Mile Day Hike Allegheny 100 Training: Appalachian Trail

    In this video, I go over my gear selection, nutrition and hydration for a 25 mile day hike on the Appalachian Trail, followed by sharing...
    18 views0 comments
    Gear List For 2018 Allegheny 100 Challenge
    Mat
    • Apr 21, 2018
    • 1 min

    Gear List For 2018 Allegheny 100 Challenge

    In this video, I go over the gear, clothing and footwear that I will be using for the 2018 Allegheny 100 Challenge. I go over each item...
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    Gear Preview: Osprey Levity 45
    Mat
    • Mar 22, 2018
    • 4 min

    Gear Preview: Osprey Levity 45

    The much anticipated Osprey Levity is not a pack for everyone, but for those it is, it could be a game changer. The pack comes in a 60...
    223 views0 comments
    Gear Comparison: Osprey Exos 58 Previous Gen vs 2018 Updated Model
    mattjobin
    • Jan 29, 2018
    • 5 min

    Gear Comparison: Osprey Exos 58 Previous Gen vs 2018 Updated Model

    This Spring Osprey is releasing an updated version of their popular Exos pack. A favorite among the ultralight and thru-hiking...
    3,646 views0 comments
    Tips For The Trail: Creating A Routine
    mattjobin
    • Dec 7, 2017
    • 5 min

    Tips For The Trail: Creating A Routine

    When I'm out backpacking, whether I'm solo or with a group, I like to follow a well-defined routine when I arrive at camp. By creating...
    105 views0 comments
    Gear Review: Patagonia Ascensionist 35L
    Mat
    • Nov 13, 2017
    • 4 min

    Gear Review: Patagonia Ascensionist 35L

    The Patagonia Ascensionist may have been designed with alpine in mind, but I have found it to be a great lightweight 3-season backpacking...
    557 views0 comments
    The Ten Essentials (And Beyond)
    Mat
    • Oct 25, 2017
    • 1 min

    The Ten Essentials (And Beyond)

    Packing the Ten Essentials for any trip is a good habit to have. Even if you are going for a simple day hike, kayaking in a nearby lake...
    46 views0 comments
    Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear Ghost UL 1 Tent
    Mat
    • Sep 28, 2017
    • 4 min

    Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear Ghost UL 1 Tent

    The Mountain Hardwear Ghost UL 1 is a super lightweight 1 person double wall tent with a weight listed at 1 lb 14 oz (tent, rainfly and...
    557 views0 comments
    Lightweight 3-Season Backpacking Gear List
    Mat
    • Aug 23, 2017
    • 24 min

    Lightweight 3-Season Backpacking Gear List

    With new technologies and innovations gear is always evolving. As I looked back at a post I wrote a year ago, I noticed some of my gear...
    146 views0 comments
    Gear Review Video: Sea To Summit Ultralight Hammock
    Mat
    • Aug 1, 2017
    • 1 min

    Gear Review Video: Sea To Summit Ultralight Hammock

    A look at the new 2017 Sea To Summit Ultralight Hammock along with an up close in depth setup. Hammock weight limit is 300 lbs. A warm,...
    30 views0 comments
    Gear Review Video: 2017 REI Co-Op Quarter Dome 1 Tent
    Mat
    • Apr 28, 2017
    • 1 min

    Gear Review Video: 2017 REI Co-Op Quarter Dome 1 Tent

    This video provides a look at the 2017 REI Co-Op Quarter Dome 1 lightweight backpacking tent. River camping at its finest. With the...
    191 views0 comments
    Choosing A Shelter
    Mat
    • Feb 16, 2017
    • 7 min

    Choosing A Shelter

    When it comes to shelters there seem to be an unlimited number of options out there, yet the tasks they are designed to handle are the...
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    Choosing A Cooking System: Part 1
    Mat
    • Jan 26, 2017
    • 9 min

    Choosing A Cooking System: Part 1

    This is the first of a two part series on cooking systems. In this segment I'll discuss different heat sources (fire, stoves), fuel and...
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    How-to Video: Make Your Own Cat Food Can Alcohol Stove
    Mat
    • Oct 28, 2016
    • 4 min

    How-to Video: Make Your Own Cat Food Can Alcohol Stove

    An alcohol stove can be a great addition to your backpacking, bikepacking or kayak touring kit. Depending on the type of alcohol stove...
    10 views0 comments
    A 3-Season Weekend Trip Backpacking Checklist
    Mat
    • Oct 9, 2016
    • 22 min

    A 3-Season Weekend Trip Backpacking Checklist

    As a professional guide, one of the questions I get asked often is, "What's inside your pack?" or "What do you bring for a weekend trip...
    25 views0 comments

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