760-Calorie TRAIL TACOS that taste as good as restaurant food

Black Bean and Cilantro Lime Rice Tacos

Jun 3

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May 2026

The Freestanding Tent Debate Isn’t Really About Weight

What a windy night on a mountain taught us about tents.

May 31

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Los Angeles: We walked across it in a day. (Maps, route, and what you’ll see)

A walkable route across Los Angeles

May 23

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Is "ultralight" ultra-lame?

"Brothers, this is deranged content." -YouTube Commenter

May 7

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April 2026

Thruhiking San Francisco!

Does a thruhike have to be in the wilderness?

Apr 26

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February 2026

Turning Around: Chickening Out or Testing Limits?

Three turnarounds in just over a year. Is that something to be proud of or embarrassed by?

Feb 19

29

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So we tried ultra-heavy hiking...

A hot tent in the mountains!

Feb 3

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December 2025

One Week Backpacking New Mexico's Gila Wilderness!

Hot springs, cliff dwellings, 121 Gila River crossings, and the biggest feast we've ever had on a backpacking trip!

Dec 13, 2025

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November 2025

Holiday Gift Guide for the Backpackers in your Life

Here's a little bit of inspiration from us!

Nov 20, 2025

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The 12Ks of Christmas are coming to town!

Start training up, because the 6th annual 12Ks of Christmas is about to begin!

Nov 13, 2025

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October 2025

How to Make Freeze-Dried Pumpkin Curry at Home

The ultimate fall trail meal?

Oct 25, 2025

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August 2025

Ultimate Strawberry Banana Rice Pudding Recipe

Tim's recipe may have come in second place (last place) in our freeze dried breakfast contest, but that's only because Renee's Savory Grits were SO…

Aug 28, 2025

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