Black Diamond Cirque 45 Lantern Review: The Heavyweight Champion of Pacific Northwest Winter Camping By Cole Hartman Cole Hartman is a former wildland firefighter with 12 years of experience battling fires in the Cascades, a certified Wilderness First Responder, and a guide who has led over 500 group treks through the rugged terrain of the…
REI Co-op Flash 55 Review: A Pacific Northwest Workhorse for Heavy Packs By Cole Hartman Wildland Firefighter | Ultralight Gear Tester | 15 Years in the PNW The Short Answer The REI Co-op Flash 55 is a no-nonsense pack that prioritizes load transfer and ventilation over ultralight whimsy. It shines when you are hauling 40+…
Arc’teryx Bora 65: Real-World Trail Test from the Cascades to the Rockies Who Should Buy the Arc’teryx Bora 65 This pack is built for the hiker who values a minimalist aesthetic over maximum storage, specifically those carrying 40 to 50 pounds of gear in the Cascades. I tested this on the North Cascades Trail during…
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