Josh Koop
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Outdoor Vitals Highline Thermal Leggings: My Review After a Year of Use
Comfortably warm yet incredibly light, these Outdoor Vitals leggings promise performance, but do they truly deliver after a year?
NEMO Pulse Quilt + KARO Baffling = The Warmest Night of Sleep You’ll Ever Have Outdoors
The NEMO Pulse Backpacking Quilt's revolutionary KARO Step Baffles eliminate cold spots with 45% less material. This maze-like pattern might completely transform how you sleep outdoors. Is this innovation worth your money?
Does the Appalachian Trail Length Intimidate You? Here’s How to Mentally Tackle It
Navigating the Appalachian Trail's daunting miles requires mental mastery, transforming overwhelming distance into an epic journey of personal triumph.
Clothing
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Outdoor Vitals Skyline Trail Shorts Review: My Choice On Trail
Do 4-way stretch trail shorts actually perform, or are they another gimmick? The Outdoor Vitals Skyline puts bold claims to the test.
How to Start Building an Ultralight Backpacking Kit for Under $500
While many believe that constructing an ultralight kit comes with high expense there is a way to blend both as
Wool vs Synthetic Base Layer: Choosing the Right Foundation for Your Thru-Hike
Merino vs synthetic base layers: Which keeps you stink-free and comfy for 2,000 miles? Your thru-hike's foundation matters more than you think.
Poop in the Woods: How Thru-Hikers Can Leave No Trace
Your poop could be ruining nature! Learn essential backcountry bathroom protocols for thru-hikers. Wilderness deserves better than your careless crap.
Clothing
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Fleece vs Windshirt: Which is the Better Layer for Thru-Hiking?
Fleece and windshirts battle for your thru-hiking backpack space, but smart hikers know a controversial truth: combining both lightweight layers crushes the competition. Your sweat decides the winner.
Clothing
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Ditch the Extra Clothes: Master Layering for Backpacking Success
Learn the essential principles of lightweight backpacking clothing, from quick-drying baselayers to protective shells. Build a versatile 10-piece system for any adventure and weather condition.
Good Water Loop Ultralight Gear List – 8.64 lb Base Weight
A complete ultralight backpacking gear list for the Good Water Loop, featuring an 8.64 lb base weight setup. Includes shelter, sleep system, clothing, cooking, water filtration, and electronics. Check out my Lighterpack list for detailed weights.
Trails
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Thru-Hiking the Good Water Loop Trail In Under 24 Hours – Georgetown, Tx
To finish of February with a bang I went on a 27 mile loop trail in Texas near Austin. It was the perfect get away with open sun, cool night, and time away from civilization.