So I ended up sending probably 20lbs of gear home – and picking up other things along the way… lets have a look at what got sent home and what stayed: things in red could have been left at home,… Read More ›
Gear
Cross Canada: Packing List
As my departure date grows closer so does my panic and anxiety getting everything done. Not only am I packing for my first fully self-supported long distance bike ride, but I am also moving out of my home – selling… Read More ›
Hiking Poles: Pro/Con LIST
I had always thought hiking poles were for Gords (a term I am borrowing from my brother – people who require all the top notch gear to do any activity and in that lose the essence of the activity itself). In… Read More ›
Ursacks: Beginner’s Guide
I recently purchased two Ursacks for my bicycle trip across Canada this summer (yes this is happening!!). I had never heard of an ursack until a couple days ago, and if you are like me – let me give… Read More ›
Just Ambling 