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Who’s Ready to Pack for a Trip?

Here's to getting excited for journeys near and far.

I Can’t Wait to Chaotically Pack Again

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The beers, sandwiches, and fruit salads aren't going to keep themselves cold.
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How to Properly Pack a Cooler

Everything you need to know to ensure your beer and steaks stay cold

Looking to go on a bikepacking trip? Pro tip: plan ahead.
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How to Pack for Your First Bikepacking Trip

Getting an entire camping kit to fit on your bike is no easy task. Here’s how to store your gear for multi-day bike rides.

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How to Pack for Your First Overnight Kayak Trip

Escape the crowds with a self-supported weekend paddle

Opportunities to be transported around the world through the pages of a good read have been a balm for adventure seekers.
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The Best Adventure Travel Books of 2020, According to Authors

These eight titles will keep your wanderlust fired up for when it's safe to travel again

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How to Properly Fit Your Backpack

Adjusting your pack seems like it should be simple, that is until you're struggling down the trail after not correctly dialing in the fit

You need the right gear to go trail running, skiing, or mountain biking. You really need the right stuff if you spend weeks fighting infernos in the middle of a forest. To find out what wildland firefighters rely on, we hooked up with Kevin Mecham, a 12-year veteran with the Tahoe Hotshots. International Crew Haul Mecham and the Tahoe Hotshots named their 2006 two-wheel-drive crew hauler Eight Ball. The squad boss drives, the captain rides shotgun, and the eight crew members sit in the back, with the most senior toward the front and the newest guys in the back. All of their tools go into side compartments, while their personal gear fits in racks and nets above the seats.
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The Lifesaving Gear of America's Wildland Firefighters

You need the right gear to go trail running, skiing, or mountain biking. You really need the right stuff if you spend weeks fighting infernos in the middle of a forest.

For most conditions, thin lightweight trekking pants will be best, ideally with some mesh panels that foster airflow.
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13 Things to Wear Every Time You Hike

Rule number one? Resist the urge to overcomplicate things.

How to maximize your fun on a road trip by keeping the car organized
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6 Ways to Keep Your Gear Organized on Road Trips

How you organize your gear is just as important as the gear you take