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1 week ago | 
gearjunkie.com | Nick LeFort |Nick Lefort
Since I began hiking and camping as a kid, I have always carried a lot of stuff with me. Even on day hikes, it wasn’t uncommon for me to bring a 25L to 32L pack, stuffed to the brim. Over the years, though, I have trimmed the fat out of my packs. I have been able to scale back their size, even going as small as a lumbar bag for shorter jaunts on the trail. Last December, Grayl fully immersed itself in the world of lumbar bags with its Mission EXP Hip Pack.
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1 week ago | 
flipboard.com | Nick LeFort |Nick Lefort
In It for the Long Haul: Behind the Scenes With Long-Trail FKT CrewsThe post In It for the Long Haul: Behind the Scenes With Long-Trail FKT Crews appeared first on iRunFar.The memes poking fun at runners asking …
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1 week ago | 
gearjunkie.com | Nick LeFort |Nick Lefort
Leatherman tools have been a staple in my life for nearly 30 years. Their impact has been so widespread that when someone talks about multitools, no matter what brand they’re made by, they are referred to as “Leatherman.” The classic Leatherman Rebar is a toolbox for your pocket that allows you to take on any task at hand. My first paycheck at my first job, working in a local camping store at 16, was spent on a Leatherman PST II. I used it every day — even the knife — for work and play.
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1 week ago | 
flipboard.com | Nick LeFort |Nick Lefort
Leatherman tools have been a staple in my life for nearly 30 years. Their impact has been so widespread that when someone talks about multitools, no …
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2 weeks ago | 
gearjunkie.com | Nick LeFort |Nick Lefort
If I had to list the top three things that I hate carrying, but need when I head out on an adventure, it’s food, water, and a means of cooking and eating said food. It seems ridiculous to condemn the few things I need to survive, but here we are — and I’ve felt this way for years. Additionally, although I won’t say I’ve gone ultralight as part of an undefined midlife crisis, I prefer carrying fewer things and a smaller pack. Because of that, I have been working on ways to minimize my cooking setup.
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2 weeks ago | 
flipboard.com | Nick LeFort |Nick Lefort
1 hour agoCamperKit Is the All-in-One Gadget We All Need This SummerAecooly just launched a Kickstarter campaign for a modular gadget that’ll appeal to many outdoor lovers. It’s called CamperKit, and it’s just plain …8 hours agoLesser-Known Lake Escapes in the U.S.From turquoise gems in the Rockies to forest-fringed glacial lakes in New England, escape the crowds at these nine American lakes where adventure and serenity go hand in hand.
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2 weeks ago | 
gearjunkie.com | Nick LeFort |Nick Lefort
As a kid, my parents encouraged me to use my imagination and explore the countryside. Everything around me was farmland, filled with barns attached to rolling hills that popped out of fields that stopped at the horizon. After breakfast, I would get on my bike with my backpack filled with everything I needed to explore for the day. My mom didn’t expect me home until dinner, and that’s when I came rolling in, wide-eyed and filled with stories to tell.
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2 weeks ago | 
gearjunkie.com | Nick LeFort |Nick Lefort
The world of knives continues to evolve and change to meet modern demands, inviting new designs and materials along the way. Perhaps coincidentally, a growing trend sees some great knives coming from brands that aren’t specifically knife manufacturers. Where once customers only sought out and celebrated established knife brands, the industry now sees a movement toward brands that focus on more holistic lifestyles — like everyday carry, for example.
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2 weeks ago | 
gearjunkie.com | Nick LeFort |Nick Lefort
Let me tell you now, before the nitty-gritty, there are many who assume the Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED is something it is not. It is not just a cheaper version of Garmin’s Fenix smartwatch — that watch is designed for your Indiana Jones heading on expeditions. The Instinct line is designed for outdoor enthusiasts who love hiking and backpacking on established trails and camping in lean-tos or state-maintained campsites. Deep sigh.
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2 weeks ago | 
flipboard.com | Nick LeFort |Nick Lefort
Canadian whisky may be overshadowed by its American and Scottish counterparts at times, but that doesn't mean you should ignore it. After all, these …
