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Fly Fishing For Beginners – Gear Needs, Setup & Everything You Need to Get Started
If you are new to fly fishing, there is a lot to learn, but the journey is worthwhile. This article aims to help you understand the basics around a fly fishing rod setup.
Hiking Class System Explained
Here, we’re explain the difference between Class 1-5 hiking trails, when hiking becomes scrambling, and scrambling becomes climbing.
Best Beginner & Advanced Fly Rod Combos & How To Choose
We list some of the best fly fishing rod and reel combos on the market for beginners. These choices will provide performance, durability, and do so on a budget.
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5 Best Hikes in Capitol Reef National Park
Capitol Reef National Park often gets overshadowed by Utah's more famous national parks like Zion, Arches, and Bryce Canyon. That's a mistake. After spending time exploring Capitol Reef, I came away convinced that it's one of the most underrated national parks in the...
Mammut Ducan Light HS Hooded Jacket Review — Lightweight Protection That Actually Performs
Finding a waterproof shell that balances weather protection, breathability, comfort, and packability is surprisingly difficult. Many rain jackets feel too bulky, too clammy, or simply not built for high-output mountain movement. After spending dozens of hours using...
Best Backpacks With Detachable Daypacks + DIY Solutions For Hiking & Travel
Some hiking trips are straightforward: you go out, you camp in one or two locations, you come back. Others are much more meandering. You might make a base camp and then take side trips. Do you really want to haul your bulky, framed pack on a 3-4 hour side hike? You...
Best Budget Backpacks – Top Hiking & Backpacking Packs In Your Budget
Hiking and backpacking gear has a reputation for being expensive, a fact that deters many people from exploring the hobby. For many experienced hikers, expensive gear is a sore point that has inspired plenty of DIY solutions and communal effort to find more affordable...
Skiing Deseret Peak, Utah – Twin & Temple Couloirs
Skiing the Twin Couloirs is almost a right of passage for any Utah backcountry skier. In this guide, i'll cover what you need to know in order to ski the Twin Couloirs, Temple Couloir, or all three. Difficulty – Strenuous Distance – Varies (stats below) Height –...
Fogatti InstaShower Go Review — The Easiest Way to Take a Hot Shower Anywhere
One of the biggest tradeoffs with van life, or simply camping in a van or rv is simple: showers. Historically, campers will either; go without, deal with cold water, or build a complex (and expensive) system into their setup. After testing the Fogatti InstaShower Go...
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