My summer has been packed full with guided trips on the Grand Teton in Wyoming. It’s kinda nice to be busy with work. I have had very few days off this summer once the guiding season started. I did manage to do a one-day ascent of the Centennial Route on Mt Cowen in the Beartooth Mountains
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Dennis Sanders hits the trails in Red Rock Canyon, LV
I have had a great summer using the stylish Salish pack. Over the last few days I have managed to use it for cragging and long hikes to long climbs in Red Rock Canyon. I can just about fit everything I need in there, its super comfy under heavy loads and light as a feather. I
Lauren Blank on the Na Pali Coast — yeah, we’re jealous too!
My fiance and I just returned from an 10 day trip to Kauai. The only bag I brought was the Salish pack. It was great as a travel bag and worked out perfectly on our 3-day backpacking trip along the Na Pali Coast. There were two things about the bag that stood out most. The
Jess McMillan shares her thoughts on the new JanSport Catalyst pack
“JanSport has figured it out! The Cloud Ripper Packs are most light-weight versatile packs I have ever used!”
Catalyst – “AWESOME!” This is my favorite pack for daily adventures. I use it every day. It is the perfect size for hiking, biking, and climbing. There is just enough room for water, food, an extra layer and
Lauren Blank shares thoughts about the new JanSport Salish
Currently I’m in Joshua Tree about to take my Rock Instructors Course with AMGA. I’ve had the chance to take the Salish out on some climbs and have been using it around town. The design seems more streamlined than others I wear. I really like the two big pockets in front–the perfect, easy-to-get-to open space