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On the road!

Posted on August 2, 2010 by hamilton

First off, I must apologize for the lack of substantive pre-departure updates. Suffice to say, Ive learned a lot about packing and planning for a month long hike with 4 postal resupplies! Second, I must publicly thank my Lady Friend … Continue reading →

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Is Loving Lightweight Hiking/MYoG Genetic?

Posted on July 15, 2010 by hamilton

Steven Horner’s excellent reflection on how his “parents are the reason [he] started walking and camping in the first place” encouraged me to share my father’s reaction to my post on making my own bivy from Tyvek. You are truly … Continue reading →

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How Many Dollars per Ounce does it Cost to Lighten Your Pack?

Posted on June 23, 2010 by hamilton

Tight on cash but still want to reduce your pack weight? Me too. Most ask where in their pack they can reduce the most weight the quickest. I’ve had to calculated where I can reduce it the cheapest. Disclaimer: I … Continue reading →

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Training Hike 3: Reasons to hike when it rains

Posted on June 21, 2010 by hamilton

US had just got robbed in the Slovenia game, I was drunk, it was 130am, and I had to be up in 4 hours to catch the train. “Hiking in the rain will be nice…I can try the umbrella…” I … Continue reading →

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