Eli Boschetto, Author at PCT: Oregon

Advice From the Experts: Top Tips for Successful PCT Hiking

Trail Tips / August 31, 2018 April 30, 2021 / outdoor retailer, tips

TRAIL TALK Expert Advice fromOutdoor Retailer 2018 This summer, we surveyed the reps from some of our favorite outdoor brands for their suggestions in helping ensure successful and enjoyable PCT-hiking experiences. We collected a fantastic set of tips, with no-brainers, like “Don’t forget toilet paper,” to original suggestions, like “Make up fun trail games.” Check …

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ROUNDUP: Light and Easy Backcountry Cooking

Gear Shop / August 21, 2018 August 27, 2018 / cooking, gear

GEAR SHOP: Roundup Light and EasyBackcountry Cooking Whether you’re a backcountry gourmet or a fast feeder, a reliable stove and cookset is essential for PCT hiking. At least, it is is if you want to enjoy more than peanut butter and trail bars. Here are five of our favorite lightweight stove and cooking sets, with …

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Outdoor Retailer 2018: Best In Show

Gear Shop / August 16, 2018 February 9, 2021 / outdoor retailer

GEAR SHOP: Outdoor Retailer 2018 Our Picks: Best In Show Recently, we shared some of our favorite little items that we picked up at last month’s Outdoor Retailer (OR) show in Denver. Those were just the appetizer. Now it’s time for the main course. After reviewing all of our notes on everything from ultralight tents …

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Outdoor Retailer 2018: 10 Best Samples

Gear Shop / August 2, 2018 August 2, 2018 / outdoor retailer

GEAR SHOP: Outdoor Retailer 2018 OR Highlights: 10 Best Samples Our bags always come back a little heavier from every Outdoor Retailer (OR) show. This is because they’re usually loaded down with a variety of new sample items to check out: trail foods and drink mixes, sunscreens and bug repellents, hiking socks and assorted small …

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Trail Conditions: August 1, 2018

PCT News, Trail Conditions / August 1, 2018 August 8, 2018 / conditions, water, weather, wildfires

TRAIL CONDITIONS: 8.01.18 It’s Prime Time forPCT Hiking in Oregon As we approach the middle of summer, it’s a great time for hiking the PCT in Oregon. Wildflowers are going crazy, water sources are still (mostly) plentiful, weather is mild and sunny, bugs are on the decline, and—knocking wood—the entire trail thru Oregon is open …

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Roundup: Trail-Tested Footwear for Racking Up the Miles

Gear Shop / June 28, 2018 June 22, 2018 / boots, footwear

GEAR SHOP: Roundup Trail-Tested Footwearfor Racking Up the Miles We spent the spring months getting ready for summer hiking by sampling some of the latest offerings in trail footwear. While we certainly have our favorite, go-to runners and hikers, we’re always up for discovering some some sweet, new selections—and adding a couple of new favorites. …

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