Gear Guide - Mount Katahdin Winter Ascent
This is a list of gear I used for my winter ascent up Mount Katahdin via the Abol Trail, including what worked and what didn’t.
Read MoreAcadia Winter Hiking Gear Guide
Winters in Acadia are magical because you get to enjoy the beauty of the national park without the crowds. Most of the mountains in the park have exposed areas above treeline, and it can be very icy which makes choosing gear difficult. In this article, I have outlined what usually works for me on my adventures. I also include suggestions for photography equipment if that is on your agenda.
Read MoreSarah's Kilimanjaro Gear Guide
When I climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, I wasn't sure what gear to bring. I had a packing list from my tour guide, but I didn't know what things I could do without since I had never climbed such a big mountain before. In this article I go through what worked well for me and what didn't, and also items that were nice to have on the remainder of my trip. I focus on women’s gear, but I also include the male equivalent for most products.
Read MoreSarah's Winter Adventure Race Gear Review
Read about what gear worked and what didn't on our most recent winter adventure race, the Frigid Infliction.
Read MoreMount Washington Winter Ascent - Gear Guide
Winter can be a very dangerous time on Mount Washington (as can ANY time of the year). Here are some of Sarah's favorite things to keep her safe and warm on the mountain.
Read MoreSarah’s Gear Guide for Mount Elbrus
Read Sarah's recommendations on what to bring (and what NOT to bring) on a climb up Mount Elbrus, the highest mountain in Europe.
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