Vibrant woman hiking in scenic mountain trail with wildflowers, snowy peaks in background.

Summer Backpacking

orange tent pitched on snow with snowshoes and trekking poles placed next to it and a snowy mountain looms behind

Winter Camping

Outdoor Gear Guides & Reviews

I’ve been testing outdoor gear since I realized how much I liked hiking.

As a former REI employee, I helped fit customers in all kinds of gear: from backpacking packs to ski boots. I also got access to multiple gear industry events over the years and have seen gear develop and improve.

You don’t always need the newest and most expensive items, but I’ve seen how quality gear enhances my time outside rather than inhibits it.

Gear Guides

Packing Lists

Gear Reviews

PCT thru-hiker at the northern terminus

Ultralight Gear List & Fill-in Spreadsheet

Access my personal ultralight gear list – with backpacking clothing and gear I’ve tested over hundreds and thousands of miles of thru-hiking and backpacking around the world!

Includes the exact weights of each item, direct links, and even your own fillable pre-organized spreadsheet to add in your own gear!

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