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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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...
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Mat
- Mar 2, 2018
- 3 min
Bay Circuit Trail: Hiking The 230 Mile Emerald Necklace of Massachusetts (Section 2)
My next section hike of the 230 mile Bay Circuit Trail picked up where I had left off at the end of Old Town Hill on Newman Rd. in...
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Reach Your Summit
- Feb 12, 2018
- 4 min
Bay Circuit Trail: Hiking The 230 Mile Emerald Necklace of Massachusetts (Section 1)
I recently came across the 230 mile Bay Circuit Trail after noticing maps for the trail and was instantly intrigued. The prospect of a...
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Reach Your Summit
- 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...
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Reach Your Summit
- Jan 11, 2018
- 3 min
Grass Mountain: Bushwacking In The Green Mountains of Vermont
Grass Mountain is a peak located in southwestern Vermont in the town of North Bennington. The mountain is a part of the New England's 50...
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Reach Your Summit
- 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...
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Mat
- Nov 26, 2017
- 1 min
Tips For The Trail: How To Sleep Warm At Camp In The Winter
A good sleeping bag will only get you so far. In addition to a bag, I share tips and methods I use for sleeping warm and comfortably...
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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...
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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...
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Mat
- Oct 10, 2017
- 5 min
Peak Bagger's Delight: Hiking In One of The Quieter Parts of Acadia National Park
With the opportunity to bag four peaks within a few hours, it was hard to pass this up during a recent trip to Acadia National Park. Not...
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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...
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Mat
- Sep 18, 2017
- 5 min
The Seven Sisters Traverse
The Seven Sisters are part of a distinct basalt ridgeline within the Holyoke Range that is part of the New England National Scenic Trail...
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Mat
- Aug 31, 2017
- 1 min
Gear Comparison Video: MSR TrailShot vs Katadyn BeFree vs Sawyer Mini Squeeze
The video above shares a look at three lightweight water filters suitable for many outdoor adventures as well as seeing each in use on...
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Mat
- Aug 28, 2017
- 1 min
How-to Video: Packing A Backpack For Comfort and Efficiency On The Trail
Packing a backpack properly has many benefits that can help your trip more fun and enjoyable. In the video above, I break down the...
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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...
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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,...
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Mat
- Jun 30, 2017
- 2 min
Tips For The Trail: The Sweet Spot For Backpack Comfort
Packs should always be picked last before each trip. To do so beforehand would be like moving a couch into a room without measuring the...
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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...
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Mat
- Apr 23, 2017
- 2 min
Tips For The Trail: Avoiding Tick-Borne Illnesses When Outdoors
Whether you're logging in miles on a multi-day backpacking adventure or enjoying a day hike with the family, staying healthy and safe on...
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