Lightning Safety: 8 Ways to Avoid Getting Zapped
When recreating in the great outdoors, there are several risk factors that are not as commonly found in an urban environment. To stay safe, an outdoor adventurer must learn what…
14 Tips to Put Together the Best Rock Climbing Road Trip Ever!
Are you planning a rock climbing road trip? Finally taking the time to visit all those dream climbing destinations? A road trip is a cheap, fun way to explore the…
A Brief Guide to Rock Climbing in Flagstaff, Arizona
Rock Climbing in Flagstaff, Arizona Table of Contents Rock Climbing in Flagstaff, ArizonaFlagstaff, ArizonaFlagstaff Rock Climbing-A Few ConsiderationsFlagstaff Climbing SeasonFlagstaff Sport ClimbingFlagstaff Trad and Crack ClimbingFlagstaff Bouldering Update July 29,…
The Top 10 Hiking Trails in Flagstaff, Arizona
Top 10 Hiking Trails in Flagstaff, Arizona Table of Contents Top 10 Hiking Trails in Flagstaff, Arizona10. Fatman’s LoopFatman’s Loop Trail Directions9. Kendrick Peak TrailKendrick Peak Trail Directions8. Kachina TrailKachina…
Review: Gossamer Gear Type II 26 Summit Pack
Update 1/12/2020: It appears that this pack is no longer being made. If you’re looking for a similar (and cheaper) pack, check out our review of the REI Flash 22…
10 Signs That You Have a Bad Belayer
10 Signs that You Have a Bad Belayer Table of Contents 10 Signs that You Have a Bad Belayer1. Your Belayer is a Shark2. They insist on tying in with…
Review: Misty Mountain Custom Harness
Misty Mountain Custom Harness Review: Continuing the Search for the Perfect Harness Table of Contents Misty Mountain Custom Harness Review: Continuing the Search for the Perfect HarnessWho is Misty Mountain?Our…
How to Build a Trad Climbing Rack on a Budget
Trad for Dirtbag Climbers: Building a Traditional Climbing Rack on a Tight Budget Table of Contents Trad for Dirtbag Climbers: Building a Traditional Climbing Rack on a Tight BudgetTypes of…
Trail Report: Red Butte-The Clinched Fist
The only time that I have ever felt like I was being watched, I was. A late September moonless night found us walking through a narrow drainage. An hour ago,…
The Top Ten College Majors for Outdoor Lovers
Ten Great College Majors for Outdoor Lovers Table of Contents Ten Great College Majors for Outdoor LoversWildlife Biology/ZoologyWildlife Biologist/Zoologist PayPark Ranger LEO TrainingPark Ranger PayGeologyGeologist PayNursingNursing PaySoftware Engineering and Web…
Review: The Petzl Adjama Climbing Harness
Petzl Adjama: A Decent, Versatile Climbing Harness Table of Contents Petzl Adjama: A Decent, Versatile Climbing HarnessDesignAestheticsFitComfortGear LoopsWeightThe Petzl Adjama Vs. the Black Diamond TechnicianConclusion Petzl, everyone’s favorite French purveyor…
The Top 10 Easy Sport Climbs at Red Rocks
The Top 10 Easy Sport Climbs at Red Rocks, Nevada Table of Contents The Top 10 Easy Sport Climbs at Red Rocks, NevadaBefore You GoGear Need Beginner Shoes?Camping/LodgingDining/FoodThe Routes 10. Frailty,…