Prepping for the Trekking: A full body workout Backpacking is an extreme sport. The physical exertion is unlike almost anything in daily life. Your entire body is suddenly thrust into carrying a heavy load it’s not accustomed to. To boot, every 1,000 feet of elevation gain or loss adds the equivalent energy expenditure of walking […]
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Lightweight backpacking refers to a style of backpacking where the base weight of the pack is minimized to enhance comfort and efficiency while still maintaining safety. In recent years, with the development of NASA-engineered synthetic fabrics and chemical treatments for down insulation, there has been an obsession with reducing pack weight beyond what was previously
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Years ago I was hiking barefoot up a mountain trail with a friend, sharing my crazy idea—reinventing backpacking gear to align with the philosophy of barefoot walking. In doing so, I was breaking a fundamental rule from my Outdoor Leadership Training: always wear sturdy boots to protect your feet. But walking barefoot was reawakening my
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As synthetic fibers and plastic pollution continue to wreck havoc on the planet, many of us are looking for sustainable alternatives. This is the very reason Lucky Sheep Outdoor Gear was started! Some people believe recycled plastic textiles are eco-friendly. This article looks at just how eco-friendly is it, and what are the wiser alternatives.
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Food can make or break any expedition because proper food is crucial to keeping the body going during rigorous adventures. I figured out how to bring paleo foods on my backpacking trips and experienced phenomenal improvements in health and performance. Here, our body’s are challenged like nothing in our day to day life. Also during
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Wool has a special ability to manage moisture in a way that makes it ideal for outdoor clothing. Here’s what happens: This makes wool an all-around excellent choice for outdoor clothing, where moisture and temperature can fluctuate. How Synthetic Clothing Handles Moisture and Warmth Synthetic fabrics like polyester, nylon, or polypropylene are engineered to handle
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The trail was wide and relatively flat, with a gentle uphill incline. We felt up for the challenge. As the water crashed against the boulders, we breathed in the refreshing negative ions, savoring the sights and sounds of the deep forest. Majestic views greeted us as the trail led us along sheer cliffs, with massive
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When it comes to outdoor adventures or extended travel, the right gear can make all the difference. One of the most crucial pieces of equipment you need is a reliable backpack—one that’s spacious, durable, and comfortable enough to carry everything you need. Enter the Lucky Sheep Canvas Backpack 80 Liters, a game-changing solution that tackles
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As I pack for an outdoor adventure trek, the most important part of the preparation is developing a healthy body. There is Circadian Hygiene practices which is called “Devi Maryada” by the Hindus. This means we follow the natural cycles of the universe which our mitochondria was designed for. In modern life this takes a
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Ancestral Approach to Adventure Trekking In 1988 I cut my teeth on a six week outdoor leadership training With Paul Petzholdt who was the founder of Wilderness Education Association. I was a freshman in college and he was teaching one of his last courses, at 76, before he retired. To this day Petzholdt is considered
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