This is my go-to backpacking packing list for three-season trips in the Sierras (spring to fall) and with some minor tweaks works in other settings as well. My end goal is to have my pack be no more than 40 pounds (preferably less) including all food, bear canister and a full hydration reservoir of water. …
Whether you just bought your first backpack that didn’t come with a water reservoir (aka water bladder or hydration reservoir) or your existing reservoir has started to leak around the hose, at some point you’ll be in need of a new water reservoir. Over the years, the reservoirs have gotten a facelift, making it easier …
A fan on Facebook recently asked me about shopping for hiking gear, which got me thinking: where are Hikerly’s favorite destinations online or in person to get that perfect tent or to find flattering hiking pants that don’t cost an arm and a leg? Here’s the answer… Sports Basement If you live in the Bay …
One of the amazingly positive outcomes of the struggle to keep our state parks open the last couple of years is the growth of a true parks community. The people who use the parks stood up with their time, money and organizational skills to make sure that their favorite outdoor destination wasn’t on the chopping …
When packing for a backpacking trip, the potential weather is a key factor in what to bring. But if you are visiting the backcountry, standard weather web sites aren’t always helpful with their city- or zip-driven forecast searches. The elevation changes in the backcountry can have a lot of influence on the weather, and the …
This new Trails GPS Tracker for the iPhone rocks. Here’s my walk to work yesterday. The stats on the iPhone put my pace at 17 minute miles. Not bad for a day I was trying hard not to get sweaty while heading to the office… To work EveryTrail – Find the best Walking Tours in …
