יום רביעי, 30 בנובמבר 2011
From spooky to kooky, there?s tons to do this Halloween in Bend, Oregon
Halloween in Bend can be a little unpredictable, and local moms are fond of saying they choose kids? costumes based on what will look good over a snowsuit. One thing you can predict is that there?s always a plethora of fun stuff to do this time of year. Here are some of the highlights: Hallows? [...]
Mountain Biking
We went mountain biking on the fourth day of field studies. A long time had passed since the last time I rode a bike, so I was worried about biking. However, after riding for a few minutes, I got used to it. First, we practiced few moves on our bicycles. The two techniques and positions [...]
Source: http://blogs.yis.ac.jp/16tokuyamat/2011/11/05/mountain-biking/
When the lights go down, what can you do in Bend, Oregon? Plenty!
Bend is not Las Vegas. This shouldn’t come as a shock unless you took a wrong turn on a road trip and you?re scratching your head in the middle of Wall Street wondering how to find Cirque du Soleil. I can?t help you there, but I can say that while Bend isn?t packed with nightclubs [...]
Rider Profile: Logan Owen
In addition to Max *Missile* O?Neal, Logan Owen is another of our exceptional local youngsters to watch in the next few years. Logan began as a BMX competitor and at the age of 5 scored a sponsorship with Redline. BMX racing served as a foundation that provided him with great bike handling skills that have [...]
Source: http://blog.seattlepi.com/velocity/2011/10/29/rider-profile-logan-owen/
יום שלישי, 29 בנובמבר 2011
Nature, a classroom setting
Doug Bassett doesn’t own a cellphone, and when it comes to studying birds, bugs and trees he’d much rather head outside and into a 14,000-acre classroom called Letchworth State Park than turn on a computer. “The Internet is wonderful, television is wonderful, communication at a touch of a button is wonderful,” said Bassett, 57, Letchworth’s [...]
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Meet Garmin-Cervelo Pros November 26th-29th
We are fortunate to have several top-level pros who call the Seattle area home (when they aren’t recovering in Girona or Ghent). Next week there are several opportunities to meet and ride with Garmin-Cervelo pros Martijn Maaskant, Tom Peterson, and Tyler Farrar: Peterson Bicycle Shop is hosting several events on November 26th and 27th: November [...]
Source: http://blog.seattlepi.com/velocity/2011/11/16/meet-garmin-cervelo-pros-november-26th-29th/
Survival Training
You've got your guns.
Your pantry is stocked full of food.
You've got so much gear, your bags are ready to explode.
But are you really prepared to survive?
Your pantry is stocked full of food.
You've got so much gear, your bags are ready to explode.
But are you really prepared to survive?
יום שני, 28 בנובמבר 2011
The Week In Review
If you thought last week was a long list, relax. This week is going to be short.
Pacific Crest Trail Moleskine Journals and the Peru Photo Album.
Thanksgiving in Hell.
Ban the Bowline for the climbing friends.
A MSR Twing field review and a look at a Cuben Vest + Sleeves for the gear nerds out there.
That's it. Back to work.
Pacific Crest Trail Moleskine Journals and the Peru Photo Album.
Thanksgiving in Hell.
Ban the Bowline for the climbing friends.
A MSR Twing field review and a look at a Cuben Vest + Sleeves for the gear nerds out there.
That's it. Back to work.
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The Week In Review
Apparently it is autumn.
Some new cottages, who have in common that they were "born" on the BPL MYOG Forum:
Miles Gear
Alter Ego Backpacking Gear
ZimmerBuilt
Jack shows off his gear for tenkara bike fishing.
Brian almost made it to the summit of Mt. Whitney. Read his honest tale of how he turned around due to Altitude Sickness, and went tenkara fishing instead.
JERMM made a MYOG backpack, and it has a sweet colour.
A first look at the LAUFBURSCHE huckePACK - in Chinese!
Zed's ZPacks Blast 26 has arrived, and he shares his new backpack in a nice first look with us.
Dave took his mate, a packraft and lots of enthusiasm on a trip to the Senja island in Norway.
Dug, currently on his PCT Thru-Hike, didn't get any sleep Wednesday on Thursday night. I reckon no one would if two cougars are prowling around your camp.
Amy was climbing in the Italian Dolomites.
Paracord Deployment Lanyard - a handy way to store about eight meters of cordage.
Rebecca hiked the old John Muir Trail, and it does look absolutely gorgeous.
Tookie reviews the Montane Terra Mountain Pants.
Roman was hiking and packrafting in the Meili Snow Mountain National Park, China.
We remember: Maz went to France to do the Classic Haute Route. His report of Days 1-2, going from Chamonix to the Cabane d'Orny, is ready for your reading pleasure.
Anthony muses on tenkara. He does so especially well, so if you're not yet convinced fo tenkara, maybe his fine writing will.
Patagonia wants you to buy less gear. Which is awesome.
The Jolly Green Giant has a new tent. A really nifty, pimped out, cuben LightHeart Gear SoLong 6 tent to fit him inside.
Colby has this week's superb set of photographs for you. His photos from the Wrangell St. Elias Mountain Biking Trip show the beauty of this Alaskan pearl in autumn.
James also shares some very fine photos which will get you longing for the outdoors.
Mountain Equipment celebrates 50 Years in the Mountains, and you can celebrate with them by legally downloading a whole set of fine movies and interviews with the likes of Reinhold Messner, Doug Scott and Andy Parkin.
Greg was in Mongolia. With his mountain bike.
In preparation for winter, read Darren's snowkiting in Kosciusko National Park post, and be inspired.
Get your fix of hiking on Hawaii.
Chad goes MYOG and makes an Underquilt for his hammock. Turned out rather nicely!
Andrew also made a MYOG synthetic quilt - but for cold weather and on top!
PTC. Purple. Hagl�fs. 2012.
Hugs For Hikers shares the Top 5 Outdoor Movies with us, which will surely keep us entertained during the coming week (one per day, mates!)
Erin, Hig and the kids go on the heaviest ultralight expedition ever.
Dave does a superb job of re-inventing the GoLite Jam with floating pockets, better side pockets and XPac.
More gear geekery from Finland and Peter.
Toby, Darcy and friends did a weekend warrior version of the Chugach State Park Traverse in Alaska. Obviously it includes bears. Darcy has some photos of it, too.
Ryan and Sam went climbing up Mount Temple.
J�rgen hitches a ride through the most dangerous parts of the Nahanni Canyon land, and then inflates his packraft again in search for a beautiful gravel bed. Read the end of his inspiring trip, and also check out the gear.
Mark takes a look at the Berghaus Knoydart Jacket.
Fraser reviews for us the The North Face Paramount Peak convertible pants.
Pig-Monkey took beautiful photos of the Valleys and Ridges of Glacier Peak.
Dave wants to Get High, Stay High, on day 2 of his Grey Corries trip. No mind-enhancing substances were used, as far as I know.
The American Grouch probably has the most beautiful canoe, and he went on a very fine trip with it. Otters, water fowl, beautiful camping spots and great sunsets sure make for a good time in the wilderness.
Mike's accused of underexaggerating times and distances in bikepacking. Or does he?
Dondo does the Rawah Lakes Loop.
Steven has an excellent gear geekery article on water, well worth a read as water is the most important thing we carry outdoors.
Martin reviews the LaSportiva Raptor.
Joe looks at appropriate autumn footwear.
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Some new cottages, who have in common that they were "born" on the BPL MYOG Forum:
Miles Gear
Alter Ego Backpacking Gear
ZimmerBuilt
Jack shows off his gear for tenkara bike fishing.
Brian almost made it to the summit of Mt. Whitney. Read his honest tale of how he turned around due to Altitude Sickness, and went tenkara fishing instead.
JERMM made a MYOG backpack, and it has a sweet colour.
A first look at the LAUFBURSCHE huckePACK - in Chinese!
Zed's ZPacks Blast 26 has arrived, and he shares his new backpack in a nice first look with us.
Dave took his mate, a packraft and lots of enthusiasm on a trip to the Senja island in Norway.
Dug, currently on his PCT Thru-Hike, didn't get any sleep Wednesday on Thursday night. I reckon no one would if two cougars are prowling around your camp.
Amy was climbing in the Italian Dolomites.
Paracord Deployment Lanyard - a handy way to store about eight meters of cordage.
Rebecca hiked the old John Muir Trail, and it does look absolutely gorgeous.
Tookie reviews the Montane Terra Mountain Pants.
Roman was hiking and packrafting in the Meili Snow Mountain National Park, China.
We remember: Maz went to France to do the Classic Haute Route. His report of Days 1-2, going from Chamonix to the Cabane d'Orny, is ready for your reading pleasure.
Anthony muses on tenkara. He does so especially well, so if you're not yet convinced fo tenkara, maybe his fine writing will.
Patagonia wants you to buy less gear. Which is awesome.
The Jolly Green Giant has a new tent. A really nifty, pimped out, cuben LightHeart Gear SoLong 6 tent to fit him inside.
Colby has this week's superb set of photographs for you. His photos from the Wrangell St. Elias Mountain Biking Trip show the beauty of this Alaskan pearl in autumn.
James also shares some very fine photos which will get you longing for the outdoors.
Mountain Equipment celebrates 50 Years in the Mountains, and you can celebrate with them by legally downloading a whole set of fine movies and interviews with the likes of Reinhold Messner, Doug Scott and Andy Parkin.
Greg was in Mongolia. With his mountain bike.
In preparation for winter, read Darren's snowkiting in Kosciusko National Park post, and be inspired.
Get your fix of hiking on Hawaii.
Chad goes MYOG and makes an Underquilt for his hammock. Turned out rather nicely!
Andrew also made a MYOG synthetic quilt - but for cold weather and on top!
PTC. Purple. Hagl�fs. 2012.
Hugs For Hikers shares the Top 5 Outdoor Movies with us, which will surely keep us entertained during the coming week (one per day, mates!)
Erin, Hig and the kids go on the heaviest ultralight expedition ever.
Dave does a superb job of re-inventing the GoLite Jam with floating pockets, better side pockets and XPac.
More gear geekery from Finland and Peter.
Toby, Darcy and friends did a weekend warrior version of the Chugach State Park Traverse in Alaska. Obviously it includes bears. Darcy has some photos of it, too.
Ryan and Sam went climbing up Mount Temple.
J�rgen hitches a ride through the most dangerous parts of the Nahanni Canyon land, and then inflates his packraft again in search for a beautiful gravel bed. Read the end of his inspiring trip, and also check out the gear.
Mark takes a look at the Berghaus Knoydart Jacket.
Fraser reviews for us the The North Face Paramount Peak convertible pants.
Pig-Monkey took beautiful photos of the Valleys and Ridges of Glacier Peak.
Dave wants to Get High, Stay High, on day 2 of his Grey Corries trip. No mind-enhancing substances were used, as far as I know.
The American Grouch probably has the most beautiful canoe, and he went on a very fine trip with it. Otters, water fowl, beautiful camping spots and great sunsets sure make for a good time in the wilderness.
Mike's accused of underexaggerating times and distances in bikepacking. Or does he?
Dondo does the Rawah Lakes Loop.
Steven has an excellent gear geekery article on water, well worth a read as water is the most important thing we carry outdoors.
Martin reviews the LaSportiva Raptor.
Joe looks at appropriate autumn footwear.
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The Week In Review
Put this on while you set off reading.
In case you missed it: I want to meet you. All of you. Next year. At the 2012 Ultralight Backpackers Summit (No worries, we'll also accept lightweight and 10+ kg baseweight folks ;). Head over to vote where we should meet, and make this a great meet-up!
Tomas wrote part 2 of his excellent Made in wherever, The ethics of outsourcing Mini-Series. Recommended Read.
Antti made a fine video of his 175 km Cleveland Way hike.
Jim enlightens you on Why a Liquid Fueled Stove can make sense.
Joery shares more Epicness from Greenland with us.
Darren went packrafting on Myall Lakes in Australia.
Jill went on her traditional October hike with her Dad in the Grand Canyon.
Mark let himself be pulled along the Chemin de la M�ture.
David shares some of his fine camps during his two month journey along the HRP.
Days 10 and 11 of Maz's superb Classic Haute Route adventure.
Brian introduces us to the Emberlit-UL woodstove.
Tom is giving away a box of Beef Jerky in return for your most extreme hiking story. Cool.
Watch Matthias' PCT Slideshow.
Mark has a long-term review of the Montane Atomic DT Pants.
Matt gives some tips on choosing the best bike touring wheels.
Sonja hiked the Sandia Crest Trail.
Chris reviews the Primus OmniLite Ti stove.
H�kon and Mikkel from Norway have packrafts, imagination and find half the distance is sometimes better.
Carsten informs us about a proper UL pan so you can make pancakes on the trail.
I wrote a bit on Navigation and Compasses.
Reuben shows off his new Ruffwear pack.
Miguel's The Lost Peak of ?76 is a wonderful post, part trip report, part memories, full of great photos.
Finally, Brian has an inspiring post on Bushcraft vs. Leave No Trace (LNT)
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In case you missed it: I want to meet you. All of you. Next year. At the 2012 Ultralight Backpackers Summit (No worries, we'll also accept lightweight and 10+ kg baseweight folks ;). Head over to vote where we should meet, and make this a great meet-up!
Tomas wrote part 2 of his excellent Made in wherever, The ethics of outsourcing Mini-Series. Recommended Read.
Antti made a fine video of his 175 km Cleveland Way hike.
Jim enlightens you on Why a Liquid Fueled Stove can make sense.
Joery shares more Epicness from Greenland with us.
Darren went packrafting on Myall Lakes in Australia.
Jill went on her traditional October hike with her Dad in the Grand Canyon.
Mark let himself be pulled along the Chemin de la M�ture.
David shares some of his fine camps during his two month journey along the HRP.
Days 10 and 11 of Maz's superb Classic Haute Route adventure.
Brian introduces us to the Emberlit-UL woodstove.
Tom is giving away a box of Beef Jerky in return for your most extreme hiking story. Cool.
Watch Matthias' PCT Slideshow.
Mark has a long-term review of the Montane Atomic DT Pants.
Matt gives some tips on choosing the best bike touring wheels.
Sonja hiked the Sandia Crest Trail.
Chris reviews the Primus OmniLite Ti stove.
H�kon and Mikkel from Norway have packrafts, imagination and find half the distance is sometimes better.
Carsten informs us about a proper UL pan so you can make pancakes on the trail.
I wrote a bit on Navigation and Compasses.
Reuben shows off his new Ruffwear pack.
Miguel's The Lost Peak of ?76 is a wonderful post, part trip report, part memories, full of great photos.
Finally, Brian has an inspiring post on Bushcraft vs. Leave No Trace (LNT)
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Snippet: Patagonia Wants You To Buy Less Gear
Tonight, Patagonia and eBay announced a new partnership, the Common Threads Initiative. Together, they asked owners of fleece and Gore-Tex everywhere to pledge to reduce consumption, reuse old gear, recycle, repair what's broken, and reimagine a world where people don't stress the earth with purchases. - Source
If you know me a bit, then you know that I value sustainability. You also might be aware that I value a few outdoor companies who do so as well. So as I read this news, and checked out the Patagonia Common Threads Initiative page I didn't think long to make the pledge. And with the pretty good selection of used Patagonia gear up for grabs I also am tempted to make a purchase or two (am still looking for a comfy climbing pants). If you need a new baselayer, a puffy jacket or a shell, check out the selection and buy it there instead of getting it new. Your children, grandchildren and nature will thank you.
I, personally, applaud Patagonia for making this step - it is the ultimate commitment for a better future, against the bottom line. Respect.
יום ראשון, 27 בנובמבר 2011
The Week In Review
Hiking in Finland now has a Google+ page! If you're on G+, add it to your circles to stay up-to-date, participate in hangouts, and chat about trips, gear and outdoor adventures!
Here's a smart way to dry your Platypus and other water bottles.
Allison went back east to visit her parents.
Some superb photos from Buachaille Etive Mor.
Mark's review of his three years in the USA - The End of America - was my favourite read this week. I obviously also am very happy to soon go hiking with him in Finland!
Rick continues to do lovely hikes around Japan. His hike up Mt Yufu has some nice photos.
Brian makes a better MYOG Esbit Stove.
The Zion Narrows in autumn, lemme tell ya: Gorgeous.
Chris explains why you wanna be hanging in a hammock in the tropics. Which reminds me that I need to leave Finland in November next year.
A meeting got canceled so Chris decided to spent the day on the Cairngorm Plateau.
Into Art? New Mexico? Then check out these David Fowler paintings.
Talking about hiking & backpacking dogs, Hana from Japan is definitely my favourite. She ain't afraid of heights and her owner knows how to take a good photo. Check it out!
Fraser also knows how to take a good photo or two (or more). And he has a lovely new bike - it's orange, what's not to love about it?! He took it out on an overnighter in the Cairngorms, and even shot a timelapse. What are you doing here still - go read it!
Simon reviews the Mountain Equipment Firefox. And while Firefox is a rubbish browser (which has been updated three times already by the time you read this) this jacket is tempting Simon.
Nick ticked three Munros of his list, saw a cloud inversion, and had an all around cracking day on Ben Lawers.
On the other side of Scotland, Holly went camping. A recommended read.
Ryan and Yvonne had an Adventure in Daylight Savings.
OWDBUM had a bit of an aimless wandering around.
Fils has a living Review of the POE Peak Elite AC up on his site. Tr�s bien!
Linda visited the Wahkeena Trail, and it does look stunning with those great autumn colours and waterfalls.
David was in Sandwood Bay. Which is the best beach in the UK. And it is not very accessible to the masses. Result: A pristine beach landscape, portrayed in gorgeous photos. Recommended Read.
Greg took Winston for a walk. Amusingly written as always.
If England in autumn colours is more your cup of tea, then Alan has you covered as he walked the Oldham Way.
James did the Ben and the Buachaille in nine hours.
Why you should leave no trace behind in the outdoors is well illustrated in this post from David.
Martin shares his insights into reducing pack weight.
James and his Bothy vagabonds mates continue to hike through the autumn hills and moors of Scotland.
Joe is in Peru. With his Pugsley. Bikepacking Portachuelo Honda = Must Read.
Ollie shares his and Anthony's Snowdonia experiences.
Then there were some who spent Father's Day yesterday lazyily on the West Coast of Finland, Outdoors.
Tale of the Blue Kilt. Hammock folks will approve. Gear folks, too.
Here's a smart way to dry your Platypus and other water bottles.
Allison went back east to visit her parents.
Some superb photos from Buachaille Etive Mor.
Mark's review of his three years in the USA - The End of America - was my favourite read this week. I obviously also am very happy to soon go hiking with him in Finland!
Rick continues to do lovely hikes around Japan. His hike up Mt Yufu has some nice photos.
Brian makes a better MYOG Esbit Stove.
The Zion Narrows in autumn, lemme tell ya: Gorgeous.
Chris explains why you wanna be hanging in a hammock in the tropics. Which reminds me that I need to leave Finland in November next year.
A meeting got canceled so Chris decided to spent the day on the Cairngorm Plateau.
Into Art? New Mexico? Then check out these David Fowler paintings.
Talking about hiking & backpacking dogs, Hana from Japan is definitely my favourite. She ain't afraid of heights and her owner knows how to take a good photo. Check it out!
Fraser also knows how to take a good photo or two (or more). And he has a lovely new bike - it's orange, what's not to love about it?! He took it out on an overnighter in the Cairngorms, and even shot a timelapse. What are you doing here still - go read it!
Simon reviews the Mountain Equipment Firefox. And while Firefox is a rubbish browser (which has been updated three times already by the time you read this) this jacket is tempting Simon.
Nick ticked three Munros of his list, saw a cloud inversion, and had an all around cracking day on Ben Lawers.
On the other side of Scotland, Holly went camping. A recommended read.
Ryan and Yvonne had an Adventure in Daylight Savings.
OWDBUM had a bit of an aimless wandering around.
Fils has a living Review of the POE Peak Elite AC up on his site. Tr�s bien!
Linda visited the Wahkeena Trail, and it does look stunning with those great autumn colours and waterfalls.
David was in Sandwood Bay. Which is the best beach in the UK. And it is not very accessible to the masses. Result: A pristine beach landscape, portrayed in gorgeous photos. Recommended Read.
Greg took Winston for a walk. Amusingly written as always.
If England in autumn colours is more your cup of tea, then Alan has you covered as he walked the Oldham Way.
James did the Ben and the Buachaille in nine hours.
Why you should leave no trace behind in the outdoors is well illustrated in this post from David.
Martin shares his insights into reducing pack weight.
James and his Bothy vagabonds mates continue to hike through the autumn hills and moors of Scotland.
Joe is in Peru. With his Pugsley. Bikepacking Portachuelo Honda = Must Read.
Ollie shares his and Anthony's Snowdonia experiences.
Then there were some who spent Father's Day yesterday lazyily on the West Coast of Finland, Outdoors.
Tale of the Blue Kilt. Hammock folks will approve. Gear folks, too.
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HIKING DAY:D
I woke up, I was about to get changed and went to go get my clothes from my bag. Then, I saw a cricket right on top of my clothes. I was so grossed out I ran out t he room to go get Clina, because she isn’t afraid of bugs and she can get [...]
Source: http://blogs.yis.ac.jp/16hertgenm/2011/11/05/hiking-dayd/
יום שבת, 26 בנובמבר 2011
HIKING DAY:D
I woke up, I was about to get changed and went to go get my clothes from my bag. Then, I saw a cricket right on top of my clothes. I was so grossed out I ran out t he room to go get Clina, because she isn’t afraid of bugs and she can get [...]
Source: http://blogs.yis.ac.jp/16hertgenm/2011/11/05/hiking-dayd/
2011 Labor Day Cyclocross Championships
Official Press Release: Team Double Check Presents: 2011 Labor Day Cyclocross Championships And SAMURAI NOODLE TEAM COMPETITION Location: ?The Pit? at Lloyd Enterprises Retail Yard ? Milton, WA Date: Monday, September 5, Labor Day Entry fee: Men $20, Women $20, all juniors $5, (cash or check), no license required, must sign waiver. A cyclocross racer [...]
Source: http://blog.seattlepi.com/velocity/2011/08/29/2011-labor-day-cyclocross-championships/
Wilson Canyon Nevada hiking trail now open to the public
The 3-mile hiking trail in the Wilson Canyon area near Reno, NV, planned since 2005, is now open to the public. The trail is on the south side of Wilson Canyon, southeast of the Walker River bridge. It begins at the trailhead situated at the parking area at the west end of the canyon, traverses [...]
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Top 5 Winter Hiking Destinations
The thrill of summer is long gone. The warm air breaks for a cool breeze and the spirit for adventure breaks with it. Hiking boots get thrown to the back of the closet and camping gear gets a special corner in the back of the garage. It’s time to hide indoors for another winter. It’s [...]
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יום שישי, 25 בנובמבר 2011
Science Experiment Questions
1) We did an experiment all about air pressure. First, we had a bucket of water, then we tied a long tube to a string and then pulled it up. 2) First, the water went almost to the up of the tube, but it didn’t. Then, the tube got crashed and the water started to [...]
Source: http://blogs.yis.ac.jp/16hertgenm/2011/11/04/science-experiment-questions/
Survival Food ? Feeding your family when the SHTF
A year's supply of commercial survival food can cost thousands of dollars for a single person. Now add up all the members in your family and most people would be hard pressed to find that kind of money just laying around the house. Find out how you can stock up at a fraction of the cost....
A bounty of book love for bibliophiles in Bend, Oregon (plus leave a comment to win a $20 gift certificate for Between the Covers bookstore!)
I love books. Blame it on the fact that my parents let me read under the covers with a flashlight as a kid, or on my degree in English Lit, or on my not-so-secret other life as a romantic comedy author. Lucky for me (and for other bibliophiles!) there?s lots of book-related fun to be [...]
יום חמישי, 24 בנובמבר 2011
The Week In Review
I hate November in Finland. It is by far the most miserable and grey month, and I decided that this will be the last November I will have spent in Finland. Next year I will swap this grey misery of fog and no sunshine to a month at the beach or mountains or rainforest or all of the aforementioned, somewhere in the south where the sun shines and the sky is blue. There shall be possibilities for hiking, climbing and biking as well, besides lounging at the beach. After some time googling for ecological holiday homes and only finding rubbish a friend recommended me Airbnb. I had a look at the site, checked available accommodations at our preferred destinations, and it definitely looks like the way to go. So if you're equally fed up with grey, foggy, depressive, snowless Novembers in you neck of the world, check out Airbnb.
Darren lives in Australia. Australia is totally a country where I could picture myself living. Their Novembers are not grey & depressive. Not at all, as Darren shows on his packrafting the shoalhaven river trip.
John is walking the GR7 at the moment, and it took him to Murcia last week. The sun shines also in Spain.
Nick welcomes back Greenwich Mean Time on Scolty Hill.
The 2012 Ultralight Backpackers Summit will be held in Slovenia, as decided by the majority of people who voted - Awesome =) Now lets find a date which suits most of us. Please go and choose your preferred date in the Doodle calendar before the hobbits, dwarfs and elves behind this continue planning!
David's mate took some fine photo on the HRP.
Dave discusses In Or Out?
Jack shows us a free, UL wood stove.
Alan had a wet walk on Greendale Tarn. Quite nice photos of a soggy hike.
John had a bit more luck with the weather on his hike around Troutbeck and Gowbarrow.
Cole continues to produce fine photos of his trips, and his latest Lassen National Park trip report is no exception.
You see, I would like November in Finland slightly better if there would not be the retarded day light saving BS-thing, and instead of greyness I could do with snow. Snow like Ryan had it on his Snowy Stratton daytrip.
James shares some thoughts on soloing.
Kinpu continues to post superb MYOG articles. His latest article shows how he made a backpack prototype out of tyvek - which has the advantage of being easy to work with and cheap. Inspiring!
Linda spent a weekend in Bend.
I interview Sean of OookWorks, the UK's only cottage manufacturer, and a great guy.
Karl shares some history of Iron Mountain.
Beth shares the gorgeous view of autumn forests in Appalachia.
Thinking about walking John O'Groats to Land's End? Read Christine's Conclusion of her JOGLE and you might reconsider it. Or possibly she should have read Mike's Successful Long Distance Path Walking article beforehand.
Ken is currently in Turkey. Turkey is the beautiful country between the Mediterranean and Black Sea. It also has beautiful Novembers. Ken's account of his hikes around the country are well worth your time, and his Ephesus account will delight the history and archeology fans among you.
If you like grey and soggy weather, I reckon you will love Scotland. James seems to like Scotland, and Bothys. I wonder if he was disappointed by the sun and blue sky, which occasionally seemed to come through.
If you like racing, backpacking, and a combination of both, check out the inaugural Bob Marshall Wilderness Open which Dave is putting together.
A MTB park video. From this Mike guy, which takes awesome photos and makes sweet 29" wheels.
Markus not only makes gorgeous knifes - you should see my new UL blade - but also likes to go high and far. His Trettachspitze and H�fats�berschreitung photos and report are well worth seeing and reading.
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Darren lives in Australia. Australia is totally a country where I could picture myself living. Their Novembers are not grey & depressive. Not at all, as Darren shows on his packrafting the shoalhaven river trip.
John is walking the GR7 at the moment, and it took him to Murcia last week. The sun shines also in Spain.
Nick welcomes back Greenwich Mean Time on Scolty Hill.
The 2012 Ultralight Backpackers Summit will be held in Slovenia, as decided by the majority of people who voted - Awesome =) Now lets find a date which suits most of us. Please go and choose your preferred date in the Doodle calendar before the hobbits, dwarfs and elves behind this continue planning!
David's mate took some fine photo on the HRP.
Dave discusses In Or Out?
Jack shows us a free, UL wood stove.
Alan had a wet walk on Greendale Tarn. Quite nice photos of a soggy hike.
John had a bit more luck with the weather on his hike around Troutbeck and Gowbarrow.
Cole continues to produce fine photos of his trips, and his latest Lassen National Park trip report is no exception.
You see, I would like November in Finland slightly better if there would not be the retarded day light saving BS-thing, and instead of greyness I could do with snow. Snow like Ryan had it on his Snowy Stratton daytrip.
James shares some thoughts on soloing.
Kinpu continues to post superb MYOG articles. His latest article shows how he made a backpack prototype out of tyvek - which has the advantage of being easy to work with and cheap. Inspiring!
Linda spent a weekend in Bend.
I interview Sean of OookWorks, the UK's only cottage manufacturer, and a great guy.
Karl shares some history of Iron Mountain.
Beth shares the gorgeous view of autumn forests in Appalachia.
Thinking about walking John O'Groats to Land's End? Read Christine's Conclusion of her JOGLE and you might reconsider it. Or possibly she should have read Mike's Successful Long Distance Path Walking article beforehand.
Ken is currently in Turkey. Turkey is the beautiful country between the Mediterranean and Black Sea. It also has beautiful Novembers. Ken's account of his hikes around the country are well worth your time, and his Ephesus account will delight the history and archeology fans among you.
If you like grey and soggy weather, I reckon you will love Scotland. James seems to like Scotland, and Bothys. I wonder if he was disappointed by the sun and blue sky, which occasionally seemed to come through.
If you like racing, backpacking, and a combination of both, check out the inaugural Bob Marshall Wilderness Open which Dave is putting together.
A MTB park video. From this Mike guy, which takes awesome photos and makes sweet 29" wheels.
Markus not only makes gorgeous knifes - you should see my new UL blade - but also likes to go high and far. His Trettachspitze and H�fats�berschreitung photos and report are well worth seeing and reading.
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