2020 Backpacking Gear – Trust The Trail Podcast

BUYING DISCOUNTED BACKPACKING GEAR

Posted on April 20, 2020June 2, 2020 by nocmanus

Us backpackers are always looking for a good gear deal. Events like the REI Garage Sale are always popular with outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. But did you know there are quite a few places online to buy discounted gear? First, let's take a look at how gear get's discounted. The REI Garage Sale...

WINTER LAYERING BASICS

Posted on April 20, 2020April 20, 2020 by nocmanus

The most important ingredient for Winter Hiking is to wear layers that will keep you both warm AND dry. That means from the elements as well as your sweat. The KEY to a successful Winter backpacking hike is to be able to regulate your body temperature. Not too hot, not too cold. Rarely will it be...

HOW TO CHOOSE A LIGHTWEIGHT BACKPACKING TENT

Posted on April 19, 2020April 19, 2020 by nocmanus

Anytime you start buying backpacking or even camping gear. You should ask yourself THREE questions: Where are you going? How long will you be out there? Is weight important to you? Answering these questions will help in determining how much your going to use this gear. Gear is expensive, so don't...

Let’s Go and Trust The Trail

Posted on May 28, 2019April 7, 2020 by nocmanus

A lot has happened in just two short years. When we started our trust the trail podcast, we didn't realize the connection we would make with our listeners. What a great feeling it is when one of our listeners sends an e-mail, or post's a question, to us. It truly has been so much fun. As most...