The first time I went mountain bike riding it wasn’t love at first sight. By the end of the ride my butt cheeks felt bruised, my fingers were locked onto the brakes, and I was hungry as hell. There was zero desire to drop all my life savings on a new bike and ride off…

When my boyfriend and I go snow camping, there’s not much we disagree on. We share the weight of the gear, we make trip decisions together, hey, I even share my snacks with him.  The harmony stays right up until bedtime.  Snug as bug, Josh will fall asleep in seconds, nestled in his cocoon of…

In the distance, the slight silhouette of a hut catches my eye, home for an evening. Motivated by the thought of a hot meal, my exhausted body pushes on with newfound energy. Guided by the lines of the open plains, a short walk with my grumbling stomach; step-by-step. Soon to be arriving at the little…

Unzipping the tent door, unsure of what the morning may hold, the first sign of the sun can be seen in the distance with a soft yellow haze sneaking over the mountains. The smell of coffee soon fills the tent, as pastel hues dance across the sky. The sunrise can be enjoyed all from the…

When starting out hiking, it can be hard to find the right backpack. Unsure of the hiker you are – day, overnight or a committed-week-in-the-bush type – spending big on a backpack can seem a little daunting. The Osprey Renn 50L is the master of diversity. She’ll be the pack you’ll want to grab for any hiking…