In conjunction with my Go Bag Video, here is a list to help you plan what packs to use and gear to bring as you create your EDC / Emergency bag system. Note that this is a additive modular system. It is assumed that items from the one bag will be added to items in … Continue reading Go Bag Gear List
To All the Packs I've Loved Before… OK, I must admit to owning a large number of backpacks over the years. But I have VERY good excuses for . . . nearly . . . all of them. Some were necessary for the greater good. Some (most, actually) were packs I only bought to try … Continue reading My Backpacks (1995-2021)
Doing gear reviews is often said to be the "bread and butter" of hiking YouTube channels. As a hiking YouTube viewer myself with over two years and 200 videos worth of creator experience under my belt, I can confirm that this is a basic truism. The top videos on most hiking channels are rarely trip … Continue reading In Defense of Reviewing Free Gear
Awesome Father's Day present! More than an artistic map, it includes hiking trails and elevation information! Get it here or here!
Planning for a short day hike or an overnight backpacking trip can be daunting and even seasoned packers can make mistakes. That's why most have developed a checklist to make sure they do it right. Gear apps like Lighterpack and GearGrams have checklists for this very reason. Here's my checklist to help get you started … Continue reading Hiking / Backpacking Checklist
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Click for Video 2020 has . . . not been the best year. However, you all have been good to me and Backcountry Pilgrim has seen some tremendous growth, several firsts, and is showing no signs of slowing down in 2021. Thank you all so much for watching, and I'll see you next year!
Three hikers. Three videos. Three pieces of gear (each). Come hang out with me, Mark from Mark Goes Hiking, and Crow from As the Crow Flies Hiking as we discuss our main gear choices for backpacking! FULL VIDEO HERE!
I have been a fan of Foxelli trekking poles for some time now. They are inexpensive, well-built, and have all the wish list features I look for (cork main grips, foam secondary grips, aluminum/carbon bodies, quick-lock bindings, and a full set of accessories). Plus Foxelli is just a cool company with actual humans on site … Continue reading Foxelli Trekking Poles Review and “Channelversary” Giveaway!
You've heard of lightweight and ultralight backpacking - but let's face it, sometimes you just need a luxury item or two. Or TWELVE! Welcome to Ultralux Backpacking (TM).
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