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Bring a dedicated bear canister or hang a bear bag for all food and other aromatic items that might attract a bear’s attention. Estimated shipping time is approximately 3-5 business days from the time your order is placed and is subject to change. If you need a good cheap bag you need to see if… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

Yes, you will most likely see differing results when adding cans or bottles into the mix. If you are adding warm drinks to your ice, you will see reductions in the overall length of time your ice will stay cold. The coolers remained in the same location for the duration of the 6 day test,… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

Water sources such as rivers and streams may only be available seasonally. Ozark Trail maps are a great resource to help identify places where you can access water. It shouldn’t be cleaned with bleach or put it in the microwave or ozark trail backpack freezer. You do get a few color options with the Ozark… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

I know some will immediately dismiss my review simply because I bought this pack at WalMart. I’ve been attempting to drop weight for the past several years, mostly because my knees can’t handle it. My shelters have gotten lighter as have my sleeping system — next in line for a diet ozark trail backpack was… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

At the bottom, I keep a towel, first aid kit, and few other items, I may need. The easy access pockets (really just give you access to the main pack) I keep an extra pair of knee sleeves and socks. Pelican is a newer entry in to the world of rotomolded coolers and have taken… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

Crafted from robust 18/8 stainless steel with a sleek powder coating finish, this tumbler stands the test of time, resisting scratches, rust, and the mingling of flavors. Its ergonomic handle promises a comfortable grip, making it an ideal companion for any journey. Engineered to fit most car cup holders, it’s the quintessential accessory for the… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

The Ozark does need those pegs in the ground to be self-standing so setting up on rocks would be infeasible (at least without applying some clever tenting skills). Not the best ozark trail backpack choice for long trips or hikers who need to carry a large amount of gear. A perk of hiking lesser-traveled trails… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

More than once in the dark I’ve attached a rain fly upside down and we had to restart that particular step. This tent was close to foolproof when it came to the rain fly because it was already connected. I also liked how my head wasn’t directly beside the door, which often occurs for an… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

For the second overnight hike in which I used the pack, I left the hammock at home and stuffed an REI Stratus insulated pad and lightweight bivy inside. I was a little concerned with how the straps would distribute weight. Prior to taking it out on the trail, I did give it two coats of… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains

To resolve this issue, I do not fill it completely up with heavy stuff. Honestly, most of my trips it’s a quarter full and the water bladder and extra water bottles are what makes it heavy. After the last few trips and hiking with a near empty bag, I decided to get a 20-liter bag… Continue reading The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains