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Training for StoS

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…

Hike, Tech Tips

5 ounce Repair Kit

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…

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De Roux Deuxième Partie, Ride Recap

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…

Mtb, Trail Reports

De Roux, Deuxième Partie Trail Report

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…

Mtb, Trail Reports

De Roux Trail Report

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…

Backpacking, Day Hike, Hike, Reviews

Pacerpole Review

When you think about hiking poles they all seem pretty much the same, right?Â 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.Â Though slightly different…

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De Roux Ride Recap

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…

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Top 10 Run Essentials

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…

Reviews, Run

Inov-8 Roclite 295 Review

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…

Hike, Reviews, Run

The StickPic Review

The StickÂ Pic I was first introduced to the StickPic in April of 2009.Â I was promoting nuun at the ADZPCTKO Party (Annual Day ZeroÂ PCT Kick Off) when Rod the inventor of the StickPic came over to introduce himself.Â He gave me…