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Section hiking Rondanestien
As some of you might know, I'm planning to hike the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) in 2012, a 2650 mile trail that runs from the border to Mexico and all the way to the border to Canada. Why? you might ask,...
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Onwards!
Text message from my friend Leif late friday evening last weekend:"Hi, do you want to go out?"Me:"I'm in the woods with Glenn :)"Leif:"Savages"Yes, I guess being out in the woods on a friday evening...
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Onwards, on snow
Glenn and me are still on our way to Rondane, but the going is getting tougher. A month ago we were camping in typical late fall conditions with temperatures around 5 degrees celsius and rain. This...
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How to stay warm in -40 C
Earlier this week I found an interesting infographic showing what clothing Lars Monsen and Hardald Tunheim recommends to stay warm and without frostbite at -40 celsius (-40 F). I don't know anything...
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Raffle: backpackinglight.co.uk solo tarp
I have a very nice solo tarp from backpackinglight.co.uk lying around not getting the attention and adventures it deserves, so I'm giving it to one of you readers.The tarp isn't brand new, but it's not...
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Review: Montbell Thermawrap Parka
Everyone seem to be writing about their favourite gear of 2010, so I thought I should do a review of the Montbell Thermawrap Parka, an light insulated jacket that is definitely a fave of mine. It's got...
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The last entry: Niels! Congrats - can you send me an e-mail (thomas_gauperaa*at*hotmail.com) with your full address?.I wish you all a happy new year!
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First look: Woolpower Full Zip Jacket 400
A year ago Hendrik from www.hikinginfinland.com wrote a great post about Woolpower, a swedish maker of high quality wool garments with some unique traits. This spurred my interest and I subsequently...
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First impressions: MLD Trailstar
It's mostly been gear talk on the blog lately, but spring has finally arrived here in Oslo so I'll soon be spending lots of time outdoors and writing trip reports!. It's such a high to see everything...
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A weekend getaway
Been stressed out at work lately and low on energy. Knowing that the trail always provides some adventure and time to reflect and build up the energy reserves, I took all the kit I needed to work on...
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Laufbursche man purse, I mean hip belt pocket
Seems like the Laufbursche hip belt pocket has been become quite the fashion accessory among the german UL crowd; just look at the pictorial evidence present :) :Original photo by quasinitro.I ordered...
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Weekend hike to Skålsjøen
A different format this time; just wanted to share some photos from an overnighter I did some weeks ago to Skålsjø in Østmarka. I didn't get going before 3pm so when I arrived at Skålsjøen (about a 15...
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Preparing for Jotunheimstien
I'm already four days into my summer vacation, but haven't really felt like time off to be honest because I've been very busy preparing for my upcoming Jotunheimstien thru-hike with Joe :). We're...
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Jotunheimstien - the first week
This is a LONG post so grab a cup of coffee and a yummy biscuit before starting to read this :). I could have made this a lot more concise, but I want to have all the details as a sort of diary for...
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Jotunheimstien - the second week part 1
A full zero day at the B&B did us a world of good. We ate a lot of filling and both healthy and unhealthy food, got some visitors, washed our clothes, sorted out gear, repacked, stretched, read and...
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Jotunheimstien - the second week part 2
Joe looking at the mighty mountain ranges in the distance.The 14th of July, after a nice, comfortable stay in the DNT cabin "Skjelbreidhytta" we set off once again. 10 metres from the hut we entered a...
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Raffle time: aLOKSAK set
It's time for another raffle! This time it's for a set of four aLOKSAK waterproof/sandproof bags/pouches that are excellent for storing and protecting important items like your passport, first aid kit,...
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According to random.org: Helen J. Fisher!. She has an abundance of good karma stored at the moment :). Congrats.
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The headnet as a multi-use item
A great way to go lighter is to find items that can perform several roles, allowing you to reduce the number of items in your pack. The classic cotton bandana is probably the ultimate example,...
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First impressions: Fire-Maple 116T
Fire-Maple 116TJakob from www.packalatt.se approached Nordic Lightpacking in October 2011 to test the Fire-Maple 116T gas stove. I took on the task and have been able to use it on some dayhikes since,...
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Winter experience close to home
Winter is coming to an end here in Oslo with spring just around the corner. Tell-tale signs are everywhere: small, furry buds are appearing on branches, the chorus of small birds outside our kitchen...
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Red team, blue team
Getting to know and meet another lightweight (ultralightweight?) enhtusiast is a chance not to be missed, so when Tor Magnus asked if I wanted to hike with him in Nordmarka last weekend I jumped at the...
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Krokskogen loop with Joe
A weekend of bog hopping in my neighbourhood with my hiking buddy Joe Newton? After experiencing terrible weather and bug conditions in Vassfaret, hiking with Beni and Marco, I think Joe was looking...
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Protected
No, not from mafia thugs or an alien invasion, but from close encounters with condensation laden silnylon walls. I do love the Tarpent Moment, but being a single skin tent, and a small one at that, it...
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Highlights from Alvdal Vestfjell
This year Joe and I chose Alvdal Vestfjell as the location for our annual summer trip. After hiking Jotunheimstien together two years ago we´ve become good friends, and we both look forward to hitting...
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