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For day hikes this is just as good as (and lighter than) my Osprey Daylite that retails for almost four times more. Crafted from robust 18/8 stainless steel with a sleek powder coating finish, this tumbler stands the test of time, resisting scratches, rust, and the mingling of flavors. Its ergonomic handle promises a comfortable… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

Furthermore, I didn’t plan on being in the tent other than during the nights, so a roomier but heavier 1-person tent wasn’t desirable. The weather was going to be great and the hammock was where I wanted to be during the restful moments of the day. Some 1-person tents will have two major spars ozark… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

Every pound does add up and if you cut the weight down by 5+ lbs. On the outside you will find two side pockets and rigging that can be used to tighten the bag, hold extra gear, and an option ozark trail backpack to hold trekking poles. The pockets work great for holding 32 oz… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

Great for hiking in warm weather, thanks to the breathable construction, mesh straps, and hydration bladder hook up. Material is durable and will stand up to heavy duty use. At 35 liters, this pack is perfect for day trips or for hikers who don’t need to carry a lot of gear on the trails. It… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

Keeping the load under 15 pounds seems to be the key. I really wanted to use it for our fall two-nighter on the AT, but was unable to fit my bivy with a 20 degree Kelty Cosmic down bag inside. I contemplated stepping down to the 45 degree bag, but thankfully, did not. For the… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

Plan accordingly and carry or cache water in case you are not able to find a source close by. Always treat any water for drinking and cooking along the trail. Specific water sources are indicated on Ozark Trail online and printed maps. His base equipment consisted of a Zpacks Arc Haul backpack, a Zpacks Duplex… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

A variety of websites have it currently priced for less than $50. Many higher quality tents could cost 3 or 4 times that amount. Includes compression straps on the sides to keep your gear stable. Guided by experts, we spend hours looking into the factors that matter, to bring you these selections. Choose this pack… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

I, on the other hand, could have stayed out longer. True, I wasn’t able to remove the rain fly to watch the stars or let the wind ventilate my tent, but I was able to enjoy the day hikes without any sort of worry. In essence, I had committed to the permanent rainfly option by… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

Join Outside+ to get access to exclusive content, 1,000s of training plans, and more. This roomy and practical backpack works well for a multi-day hike. By default, this unexpectedly ended up being my go-to daily bag for several months. It’s been stuffed to capacity with almost everything I had to carry, including, but not limited… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

This hydration compatible backpack has a connection for a water bladder built in to the design. It also includes loops to hang your trekking poles when not in use. The Ozark Trail 1-Person Backpacking Tent is on the cheaper end of the spectrum. A variety of websites have it currently priced for less than $50.… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains