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Smokin’: Fastpacking the Smokies

by BRO Admin May 1, 2005

The term “fastpacking” often conjures up images of Spandex-clad extreme athletes scurrying around, running out of food, getting lost, freezing at night and having an overall miserable, spartan experience (while having no money left over because they bought expensive lightweight gear). What I discovered on a southern Appalachian sojourn was that fastpacking is a lot easier, more relaxing, and more enjoyable than you might think.

Smokin’: Fastpacking the Smokies

by BRO Admin May 1, 2005

The term “fastpacking” often conjures up images of Spandex-clad extreme athletes scurrying around, running out of food, getting lost, freezing at night and having an overall miserable, spartan experience (while having no money left over because they bought expensive lightweight gear). What I discovered on a southern Appalachian sojourn was that fastpacking is a lot easier, more relaxing, and more enjoyable than you might think.

Smokin’: Fastpacking the Smokies

by BRO Admin May 1, 2005

The term “fastpacking” often conjures up images of Spandex-clad extreme athletes scurrying around, running out of food, getting lost, freezing at night and having an overall miserable, spartan experience (while having no money left over because they bought expensive lightweight gear). What I discovered on a southern Appalachian sojourn was that fastpacking is a lot easier, more relaxing, and more enjoyable than you might think.

Beginner’s Guide: Backpacking

by BRO Admin April 1, 2005

Ask the Experts How do I decide what type of boots to buy? Different boots are compatible with different feet. Make sure you try on several pairs before making a selection. The best beginner boot is the one that fits you the best, and the one that is stable and strong. If your new boots [...]

Beginner’s Guide: Backpacking

by BRO Admin April 1, 2005

Ask the Experts How do I decide what type of boots to buy? Different boots are compatible with different feet. Make sure you try on several pairs before making a selection. The best beginner boot is the one that fits you the best, and the one that is stable and strong. If your new boots [...]

Beginner’s Guide: Backpacking

by BRO Admin April 1, 2005

Ask the Experts How do I decide what type of boots to buy? Different boots are compatible with different feet. Make sure you try on several pairs before making a selection. The best beginner boot is the one that fits you the best, and the one that is stable and strong. If your new boots [...]