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It also includes loops to hang your trekking poles when not in use. On the outside you will find two side pockets and rigging that can be used to tighten the bag, hold extra gear, and an option to hold trekking poles. The pockets work great for holding 32 oz Nalgene bottles or 40 oz… Continue reading Good Design: The Ozark Trail 1-Person Backpacking Tent

You may find it helpful to make a list of meals for each day you are out on the trail to ensure that you are not over- or under-packing for your trip. Further south, you can find Klepzig Mill, a historic building constructed nearly 100 years ago along the banks of Rocky Creek. A short… Continue reading Good Design: The Ozark Trail 1-Person Backpacking Tent

Sometimes it’s a single trail or we combine multiple trails at a state park. During these longer hikes I found it useful to have a large hiking bag and not just a school backpack. ozark trail canopy Generally, you get what you pay for when you purchase cheap hiking gear. But I was pleasantly surprised… Continue reading Good Design: The Ozark Trail 1-Person Backpacking Tent

I’ve been attempting to drop weight for the past several years, mostly because my knees can’t handle it. My shelters have gotten lighter as have my sleeping system — next in line for a diet was my carry system. Funds, however, were non existent and my CFO (i.e. my wife) wouldn’t increase my discretionary fund.… Continue reading Good Design: The Ozark Trail 1-Person Backpacking Tent

To resolve this issue, I do not fill it completely up with heavy stuff. Honestly, most of my trips it’s a quarter full and the water bladder and extra water bottles are what makes it heavy. After the last few trips and hiking with a near empty bag, I decided to get a 20-liter bag… Continue reading Good Design: The Ozark Trail 1-Person Backpacking Tent

The one downside with integrated rain flies is the lack of ventilation and temperature control. We had great weather – not too hot and not too cold – but it did rain for about 5 minutes. My friend chose to not put up his rain fly betting on the perfect weather to continue while enjoying… Continue reading Good Design: The Ozark Trail 1-Person Backpacking Tent

Pelican is a newer entry in to the world of rotomolded coolers and have taken their own spin on design and function. Overall the Pelican coolers have sharper edges and a bit more of an industrial feel than the competition. One of the first things to note about it’s design is that it has a… Continue reading Good Design: The Ozark Trail 1-Person Backpacking Tent

The river crossings were thus easier overall, but the trail [was] more covered in leaves, making a sprained ankle more probable,” he said. My trail running shoes were still wet from multiple stream crossings the day before, but I knew my Merino wool socks would warm my feet in little time. The 38-degree air temperature… Continue reading Good Design: The Ozark Trail 1-Person Backpacking Tent

I also use a Marmot 20 liter pack which does have a thin hipbelt, but it is more limited space-wise and weighs a couple of ounces more. If you’re looking for a daypack, or a carry-on that fits everywhere, this is the deal. I am a 6-foot tall male, weighing 185 lbs and it fits… Continue reading Good Design: The Ozark Trail 1-Person Backpacking Tent

While they have solidified their place as a brand, they have not gone beyond some of their original design features which has allowed competition to come in and provide a few more core offerings. This cooler, when compared to the Pelican 45Q Elite and Yeti Tundra, has the smallest profile while still providing 45Q internal… Continue reading Good Design: The Ozark Trail 1-Person Backpacking Tent