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Zpacks Arc Scout Backpack

Talls has the Zpacks Arc Scout backpack. I have used it a few times and I absolutely love it! So does Talls. His review, ” It is really light. Air passes between your back and the pack so that you don’t overheat. You can fit a lot of stuff in just one pocket because itContinue reading “Zpacks Arc Scout Backpack”

Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60

Smalls spoils me…always. I really wanted a Zpacks backpack. We stopped by Mountain Crossings for me to try on a Gossamer Gear pack. I love it! This is a 60L pack made of 100 and 200 denier Robic nylon fabric making it light weight and tough. I have the small so it is 30.7 oz.Continue reading “Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60”

Len Foote Hike Inn from Amicalola Falls State Park

I first learned of Len Foote from a hiking forum and I felt like it was a safe alternative for hiking and “camping” alone. It books months in advance so I made my reservation and excitedly awaited my trip. In the coming months, I met Smalls and we started talking. Trying to find alone timeContinue reading “Len Foote Hike Inn from Amicalola Falls State Park”

Tellico Gap to the NOC

Labor Day weekend, we had a kid free weekend and after a lot of research, Smalls chose for us to do Tellico Gap to the NOC on the AT. It is 8.3 miles point to point difficult trail. The first half is a climb with incredible views and the second half descends into the NOC.Continue reading “Tellico Gap to the NOC”