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Lover of all things two wheeled, camping, mountains, cactus, and other stuff. Entrepreneurship is my jam and I'd rather be outside than in.

ornot thermal cargo bib tights in use in canyonlands national park

Ornot Thermal Cargo Bib Tights

This is the first product we have tried from OrNot and it did NOT disappoint. First impressions were stellar with these tights providing a great silhouette without being flashy. They have some thoughtful features like the cargo pockets and are exceptionally comfortable overall. The chamois feels top quality and on

What Shelter Is Best For Bikepacking?

What Shelter Is Best For Bikepacking?

Spoiler alert: there is no such thing as the best! It's all situational. In this entry we'll go over Pyramid Shelters Pyramid shelters offer the most versatility, the most space, and generally the best weather resistance of all shelters. The major trade off is that most

john and mira dogpacking the world

John And Mira Go Dogpacking

For this weeks feature video we bring you the infamous John and Mira! If you're not familiar with these two they are on a world tour right now, and Mira, may just be the cutest dog in all the world. John has been training dogs for two decades

My Trail To Becoming A Mountain Biker

My Trail to Becoming a MTBer - Elizabeth Levai-Baird It is quite unfortunate that mountain biking wasn’t a more well known and established sport when I was growing up in the 1980s and early 90s. In fact, I got on the MTB train quite late; 42 to be precise.

Gossamer Gear - The One

Gossamer Gear - The One

Product Highlight: Gossamer Gear "The One" Ultralight Tent Imagine this: you're miles from civilization, the stars above brighter than any nightlight, and your tent weighs less than your water bottle. Enter Gossamer Gear’s The One: a minimalist’s dream and a bikepackers best friend. At

Dreams Of A White Rim Overnighter.

Dreams Of A White Rim Overnighter.

I first visited Canyonlands in April of 2017 during a trip to Moab, shortly after moving to Denver. Immediately I was struck, stunned, and felt gravity pulling me towards this incredible and ancient place. I looked down on the Shafer trail and thought to myself "this is a road?

Grayl GeoPress - The Best Filter For Bikepacking

Grayl GeoPress - The Best Filter For Bikepacking

Grayl GeoPress Titanium: The All-in-One Backcountry Powerhouse When it comes to cutting weight and maximizing functionality on your outdoor adventures, the Grayl GeoPress Titanium might just be the Holy Grail of gear. This ingenious piece of equipment is a water purifier, water bottle, and even a cook pot—all rolled