The Belvidere Fire Tower is a distinctive landmark on the northern half of Vermont’s Long Trail, with commanding views of the Green Mountains to the north and south, including Jay Peak and Camels Hump. An inactive asbestos strip mine lies at the …
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The Jetboil Flash Java Kit is a Jetboil Flash Stove System bundled with the cleverly designed Jetboil Silicone French Coffee Press to make fresh coffee on camping or backpacking trips. The Silicone French Coffee Press is also sold separately and available in …
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The Gossamer Gear Fast Kumo is a 36-liter ultralight backpack with vest-style shoulder straps and an optional removable hip belt. While it’s designed for fastpacking (running and backpacking), it also makes an excellent daypack for extended hikes as well as a great …
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I’m a big fan of REI Sahara Convertible Hiking Pants. They’re reasonably priced, and having zip-off legs is very convenient because many of my hikes and backpacking trips occur on well-maintained trails, less popular trails, and bushwhacks. When I hike through dense …
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An insulated hoodie or lightweight synthetic jacket …
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The Black Diamond Alpenglow Hoody is super-stretchy …
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The lightest weight ultralight backpacking shelters are …
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