MYOG Shorts [83g / 2.96oz]
Made with Palisade Stretch Durable Woven fabric and a 1” elastic waistband.
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MYOG Huaraches / DIY Tarahumara Running Sandals [128.5g / 4.53oz each]
Born to run barefoot? How about only 4mm of rubber between you and what you’re walking on! These are the Xero 4mm DIY huaraches sandal kit in size 12.
MYOG Trekking Poles [138.5g / 4.88oz]
These are $15 Gossamer Gear cork grips, $5 rubber end caps, and then $6 in 1/2” bamboo rods. I used this sealant / adhesive for $4.50: https://amzn.to/2RgGHTq [this link helps this blog’s monthly hosting fees]. I added Grosgrain ribbon to the … Continue reading “MYOG Trekking Poles [138.5g / 4.88oz]” →
7.5×9 DCF Flat Tarp [166g / 5.85oz]
Made and finally tested a 7.5×9 0.51oz/yard DCF tarp. Final weight is 166g or 5.85oz. I bonded the panels with Loctite U-09FL, used mostly DCF for all the lineloc and guyout points (thanksfor the tip John), and overall I love … Continue reading “7.5×9 DCF Flat Tarp [166g / 5.85oz]” →
MYOG Sun Hat [59g / 2.08oz]
I used nonstretchy thick mesh, a 50 SPF woven wicking sunproof material, 1/8” CCF foam, 1” elastic, a bit of cordage and a cinch lock I can sew into the hat with ribbon. Old hat was 101g, this one is … Continue reading “MYOG Sun Hat [59g / 2.08oz]” →
Splash & Bug Pyramid [38g / 1.34oz]
4-Way Stretch Microgrid Upper Active or Warm Layer
6.06oz right now (needs trimming as you’ll see). Used a light weight 4way stretch microgrid fleece. It’s a tight fit but for this sort of material, I like that. This is more stretchy than my patagonia quarter zip hoodie and … Continue reading “4-Way Stretch Microgrid Upper Active or Warm Layer” →
MYOG Fleece Balaclava with Eye Mask
I have the whole process recorded — modeling/stencils/patterns, cutting supplies, prep, sewing it all together. For now, though, please just enjoy some images of the finished product. Materials: 100wt PolarTech Fleece (under 1/2 yard) 1/16” elastic shock cord tiny cord … Continue reading “MYOG Fleece Balaclava with Eye Mask” →
Alpine Lakes Wilderness Mini Thru Hike // Pratt Mountain, Mount Defiance, Putrid Pete’s Peak, Dirty Harry’s Balcony, Web Mountain, Granite Lakes
Video Summary Itinerary Pratt Mountain (with stop at Ollalie Lake) Camp at bald above Island Lake Mount Defiance Putrid Pete’s Peak (P3) Unestablished Trail Descend P3 Dirty Harry’s Balcony Off Trail to Web Lake Off Trail to Granite Lakes Hike … Continue reading “Alpine Lakes Wilderness Mini Thru Hike // Pratt Mountain, Mount Defiance, Putrid Pete’s Peak, Dirty Harry’s Balcony, Web Mountain, Granite Lakes” →
Early June 2018 Gear Load Out Video
April 2018 Gear List Video
I slept at 3000′ on trail. Was great to just get out there.
Sample 2018 Summer Thru Hike Gear Loadout
