“Coming back to where you started is not the same as never leaving.” ― Terry Pratchett
News
Fun: Park Pens - twigs packaged to look like stationery.
Necessary: How to prepare for a bikepacking race.
Vertical: Why climbing’s Olympic debut should be making a bigger splash.
Patagonia’s Balancing Act: Chasing Mass-Market Appeal While Doing No Harm.
Insects to eat: SENS Bars.
Trailrunning: Alone or in a group? [German]
Amusing: One Selfie per Mile on the PCT.
Smart: Think for yourself.
Good design: Hike to Run.
134 g: Dynafit Enduro DST Jacket.
10.179: Items in the Bergfreunde Outlet.
50%: Highest discount on Granite Gear packs.
Trip Reports
Up the Chachany, one of the easiest 6000 m mountains. [German]
Jana’s Frankenjura summer 2016.
Jonathan likes the Rocky Mountains.
Are We Losing the Grand Canyon?
Stefanie hikes in the Valley of Hell. [German]
Day 9 on the Wind River High Route.
A Boulder bikepacking Weekend loop.
Gear Reviews
A SUL Packlist.
Chris reviews the book Walking Man The Secret Life of Colin Fletcher and shares his Thoughts on Bivouacking.
Nice MYOG Sandals.
Aquapac Aquaman Backpack Review. [German]
Alex reviews the book Icefall.
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