Top Ten Things to Bring on a Hike: 1. Map 2. Compass (actually know how to use it) 3. Water (and a way to purify it) 4. First aid kit (be sure to include an extra day of any medication you are taking or might need in an emergency) 5. Fire starter and matches (store […]
First off your probably wondering what StoS is. It’s the abbreviation I made up for Stevens to Snoqualmie Pass. One of my big goals for 2010 is to fastpack the 72 miles from Stevens to Snoqualmie Pass in one shot. Yes, that’s a big bite to swallow but I’ve done it before in 47 hours […]
In this video I will show you how to make your own 5 ounce repair kit as seen in Backpacker Magazines April 2010 Gear Guide on page 116. I added a few items and throw in tips on how to use the items and how to use items you already have with you to fix […]
August 8, 2010 After a great sleep in the Alaskan camper, James and I got a late start. We didn’t get up until about 8 am then we leisurely got ready for ride number two on the weekend. I had picked a short 16 mile ride with hopefully not much hike a bike to it. […]
August 8, 2010 Location: De Roux CG, Trail 1383, Trail 1392, Trail 1392.1 and Trail 1392. Snoqualmie Pass — Salmon La Sac/Teanaway; Cle Elum Ranger District Guide Books and Maps: Green Trails Map #209 NW Forest Pass Required Current conditions: Trail 1383 Johnson-Medra is in good condition for the first […]
August 7, 2010 Location: Boulder – De Roux Trail 1392, 4W301, Lake Fish Road, Road 138 Snoqualmie Pass — Salmon La Sac/Teanaway; Cle Elum Ranger District Guide Books and Maps: Green Trails map Kachess Lake #208 & #209 NW Trail Pass Required Trail Conditions: De Roux is NW of Jolly Mtn Trail which is another popular […]
When you think about hiking poles they all seem pretty much the same, right? Some might have suspension, or have 3 sections or 2, some are carbon fiber or some aluminum, and some have cork, rubber or foam grips. Though slightly different they all do the same job, supporting you over rugged terrain. One company […]
De Roux was our goal. We didnt know what we would find but our map showed a bounty of trail options but Im getting ahead of myself. The first goal was to get out of Seattle. The I-90 bridge had been closed for the first half of the day for Seafair and the traffic was horrible. James picked […]
Top 10 thins to bring on a run: Sun screen Body glide Hat/visor Food/water Band Aids Waist pack/ hand bottle TP/ baby wipes Drink for post run Insect repellant Sun Glasses Other things to think about: Arm warmers Jacket MP3 player Change of clothes (for post run) Phone Scatman Get out there! Powered by adventure, […]
Inov-8 Roclite 295 (Purchase HERE) I first heard of Inov-8 shoes while on the PCT. Their concept was explained to me and it made sense but being a product of years of traditional shoes sales advertising I didn’t buy into it. Inov-8 has based their shoes on the idea that bare foot running is natural […]
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