If you’re an ultralight backpacker, you know every ounce counts. That’s why finding lightweight camp shoes that are comfortable, packable, and durable can feel like hitting the jackpot. In this detailed review, Juan Backpacks takes a close look at the Zpacks camp shoes, a minimalist footwear option designed for backcountry comfort without adding bulk to your pack.
Intro: In July 2023, I set out on an unforgettable journey—a 9-day thru-hike of the Tahoe Rim Trail, covering an incredible 170 miles. This wasn’t just a hike; it was a test of endurance, adaptability, and mental grit. In my latest video, I share the highs, lows, and everything in between. Here’s a quick look …
This little gem of a recipe has fueled my fishing, kayaking and backpacking endeavors for the past year. I love this Pad Thai recipe so much that my son and I ate it almost every night during hour 260 mile thru-hike of the John Muir Trail July of 2021. The ingredients are simple, cheep, easily …
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Four months now left until I embark with my son on a thru hike of the John Muir Trail. Our permit to start the month long backpacking trip is July 7, 2021. I’ve added my full pack weight (gear, food, water) to my training hikes. My gear base weight is 13.1 lbs. with the required …
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Well, I've been training for my John Muir Trail thru hike the past couple months already. I can't say that my training has been incredibly intense but it has bee extremely consistent and adequate for the task at hand. What is the task? Backpacking 250 miles through the Sierra to complete a thru hike of …
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