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Should I disconnect my stove or keep it connected to the canister?
I always wondered whether I should leave my stove connected to my fuel canister or if it was better to take it off. Here’s what I found…
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Thru-hiking FAQ Answered by the Community
We talked to some of our favorite thru-hikers about their experiences and advice for newer hikers. Here is what we learned.
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How to Make an Ultralight Glasses Case for Your Thru-Hike
Regular glasses cases are heavy. We came up with a better, more ultralight idea for you to consider on your thru-hiking or backpacking trip.
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![A pack of 3 BIC Mini lighters in the grass.]()
Will a BIC Mini Lighter Last for Your Entire Thru-Hike?
As one of the most popular lighters for thru-hiking and backpacking, we decided to conduct a test and see how long a BIC Mini lighter would last.
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12 Backpacking Foods You Can Cram in a Bear Canister
We analyzed the calorie density of 12 different backpacking food items to illustrate the theoretical maximum number of calories that can be placed in a BearVault BV500 bear canister.
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Highest & Lowest Points on the PCT, AT, and CDT
What are the highest and lowest points on the Triple Crown Trails (Pacific Crest Trail, Appalachian Trail, and Continental Divide Trail)? Find out by taking a look at our elevation profile data.
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11 Tips to Pack a Bear Canister
Are you going to bring a bear canister on your next thru-hike or backpacking trip? Here are some helpful tips to consider!
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![A BV500 bear canister full of snickers.]()
How Many Snickers Can Fit in a Bear Canister?
Snickers bars are a very popular thru-hiking and backpacking food because of the high-calorie density they have. We decided to test it out and see how many Snickers we could fit into the average bear canister.
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![amazing view along the John Muir Trail or JMT. One of the best hikes on the west coast.]()
7 Thru-Hikes on the West Coast
While many folks are familiar with the Pacific Crest Trail, the west coast of the United States is home to a number of other notable thru-hikes.
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Thru-Hiking Calorie and Food Weight Calculator
Calculate how many calories you’ll burn while hiking and plan how much food you’ll need to bring on your trip using our Calorie & Food Weight Calculator.
