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Mac Ridge Merino Solstice Hoodie Sierra 1

A weathered metal shed, reminiscent of HRP shelters part 1, stands on grassy terrain with hills in the background under a clear blue sky. The shed appears old and worn, its paint faded and peeling.

France | Haute Randonnée Pyrénéenne | Spain

Guide to HRP Huts, Shelters, and Lodging (Part 1: Hendaye to Lescun)

July 7, 2025

By Mac

Posted in France, Haute Randonnée Pyrénéenne, Spain

Reading Time: 13 minutes

A comprehensive guide to the huts, shelters, refugios, and hotels on the HRP. Part 1 of the HRP hut guide covers the route from Hendaye to Lescun, France.

A person with a backpack stands outdoors facing a blurred waterfall and forest. The hiker, perfect for any backpackers Fourth of July sales guide, has blonde hair tied up, wears a yellow jacket, and carries trekking poles and a green water bottle.

The Definitive 4th of July Sales Guide for Backpackers

July 2, 2025

By Mac

Posted in Gear

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Four hikers with backpacks and trekking poles walk along a dirt path at dawn, silhouetted against a dark blue and orange sky. Text reads CLASS OF 2024 and “Photo: C.B.C., PCT Class 2024—discrimination on the Pacific Crest Trail 2024.”.

Discrimination on the Pacific Crest Trail (Class of 2024)

June 30, 2025

By Mac

Posted in Pacific Crest Trail

Reading Time: 13 minutes

A man wearing a bike helmet and a yellow-green jacket looks directly at the camera with puffed cheeks, perhaps reflecting on Tour Divide changes. Trees and blue sky are blurred in the background.

Racing the Tour Divide: What I Would Do Differently

June 26, 2025

By Mac

Posted in Tour Divide

Reading Time: 12 minutes

Snow-capped mountains reflected in a calm alpine lake with scattered rocks and trees. In the sky, text reads Class of 2024. Puffy clouds float above the rugged peaks—memories of JMT worst moments 2024 fade under a bright blue sky.

Biggest John Muir Trail Surprises According to Hikers (2024 Survey)

June 23, 2025

By Mac

Posted in John Muir Trail

Reading Time: 8 minutes

Southern Terminus of the PCT

Pacific Crest Trail

Backpacking from Mexico to Canada across the Western US.

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Nepal Trekking

Trekking in the Himalayas among the world’s highest peaks.

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Mount Fuji Sunrise

Japan Hikes

Guides to hiking the mountains of Japan – from Kyushu to Hokkaido.

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Across the Outback

A detailed account of a bicycle ride across the Australian Outback.

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New Zealand Hikes

New Zealand Trekking

Hiking guides from the North and the South Island of Aotearoa.

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Van Life

Converting a van to explore the outdoors (and live in).

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Continental Divide Trail

A thru-hike along the Continental Divide, from Mexico to Canada.

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Grand Canyon Rafting

A month-long whitewater trip down the Colorado River.

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Western Arthurs Traverse Featured

Tasmania Trekking

Guides to hiking in some of Australia’s wildest terrain.

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Pedra da Gávea

Brazil Hikes

Hiking around Rio de Janeiro – one of Earth’s most beautiful cities.

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Tyler ‘Mac’ Fox

The face behind Halfway Anywhere

Over ten years of trying to get and stay outdoors – despite my own best efforts to the contrary.

Latest Gear Review

Three slices of bread are toasting in a frying pan on an induction stove set to medium heat. A paper towel is on the counter nearby, and a label in the corner reads Gear Review: Hyperlite Mountain Gear Daybreak.

Magma Induction Non-Stick Cookware Set Review (7 piece)

Posted on July 3, 2025

by Mac

Posted in Review

Reading Time: 8 minutes

The Magma Induction Non-Stick Cookware Set is a compact and nesting cookware set featuring a detachable handle, making it ideal for living in tight quarters.