Tag Archives: Chrome Dome

Post Hike Gear Talk: March 2015 – Carver’s Gap to Kincora Hostel (Dennis Cove Rd)

Posted on March 29, 2015 by Stick

I recently met up with a few friends to hike a 40 mile section of the AT (for those that don’t know, that’s the “Appalachian Trail”) from Carver’s Gap to Dennis Cove Rd (or more accurately, to Kincora Hostel on … Continue reading →

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Post Hike Gear Talk (Newfound Gap to Max Patch)

Posted on October 12, 2014 by Stick

I recently headed out for a (much-needed) 4 day section hike along the Appalachian Trail. I covered 50 miles, starting at Newfound Gap in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, and finished on the beautiful bald called Max Patch. This … Continue reading →

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Gear for a 3 Day Backpacking Trip

Posted on April 2, 2014 by Stick

This weekend I will be heading out for another fun-filled adventure… so I figured I had better pack a bag before it’s too late… But, let me begin by saying that I have chosen not to reveal the location of … Continue reading →

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Half Pyramid Storm Mode with the ZPacks 6.5×10 Cuben Fiber Flat Tarp

Posted on February 17, 2013 by Stick

Today I took my ZPacks 6.5 x 10 cuben fiber flat tarp outside to play with some more pitches. I had recently pitched it in a Half-Pyramid pitch and was quite pleased with the amount of room as well as … Continue reading →

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