There are a lot of ways to travel, domestic or international, solo or in a group, guided or unguided, organized or winging it, foot or donkey train - you're smart, I'm sure you get it. The past couple of years I've pigeonholed myself in a world of "Solo, no plans, I can do everything myself" travel
Why I’m Hiking The Pacific Crest Trail Again
My decision to hike the Pacific Crest Trail for the first time (in 2013) was rather spontaneous. Without getting existential, I can trace this decision back to a chance encounter I had with a man in New Hampshire. It's one of a handful of moments I can honestly say forever changed the course of
Ombraz Armless Sunglasses Review
The Ombraz Armless Sunglasses (pronounced ohm-bruhz) are a fresh take on sunglasses eliminating their glasses' arms in favor of a built-in polyester cord. The idea is simple - the arms of your sunglasses are useless and more a liability than an asset. But are they? I've struggled in the past wearing
Guide to Hiking Frenchmans Cap in Tasmania
Frenchmans Cap is the most prominent peak in Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park and located south of Tasmania's Lyell Highway between Queenstown to the west and Derwent Bridge (where most people finish the Overland Track) to the east. As a side trip (or as a continuation if you have a
25 Movies To Watch Before Hiking The Pacific Crest Trail
Sitting around waiting for the start of a Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike can be a boring task (this is why I fill said task with junk food). However, as with everything else in life, there are always movies if you need a good old-fashioned distraction from life (but are they old-fashioned if they're
Bluffworks Horizon Quilted Vest Review
I'm not going to lie, you guys, the Bluffworks Horizon Quilted Vest is the first vest I have ever owned. However, I have had enough experience with Bluffworks that I basically allow them to dictate my entire wardrobe at this point (I have even taken to hiking in their Meridian Dress Shirt). I
Introducing the Halfway Anywhere Store
It's taken longer than promised, but after repeated and persistent requests for the introduction of merchandise and prints, I've come around to the idea and am launching the Halfway Anywhere Store. I am starting basic with a shirt, hat, beanie, and a group of four photos for canvas prints. I will be
17 Movies To Watch Before Hiking The Continental Divide Trail
Waiting to start your thru-hike can be a lot like sitting on the toilet waiting for a bowel movement. You don't want to rush it, you're excited for it to happen, and you need something to keep you entertained during the wait. Thankfully, we have movies to solve this problem. But before we get
Pacific Crest Trail Gear List (Round Two) – UPDATED
I've come a long way since my first Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike and my first Pacific Crest Trail gear list. With the exception of my spork, anti-chafe balm, and head net, every piece of gear I now have in my pack is different (this includes my pack). I know I've said it before somewhere, but I'm