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Former outdoor writer turned educator—unsponsored gear reviews, trail-tested tips, and myth-busting for your next hike.

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SemanticscholarHistorical, Physiological, Biomechanical, and Medical Aspects." Military Medicine, 169(1): 45–56.
SemanticscholarSemanticscholar

Historical, Physiological, Biomechanical, and Medical Aspects." Military Medicine, 169(1): 45–56.

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JournalsRespiratory, Environmental and Exercise Physiology, 43(4): 577–581.
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Respiratory, Environmental and Exercise Physiology, 43(4): 577–581.

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ResearchgateResearchgate Product
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Researchgate Product

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Pubmed Product

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AppsHarman, E., Han, K.H., Frykman, P., and Pandorf, C. (2000). "The Effects of Backpack Weight on the Biomechanics of Load Carriage." USARIEM Technical Report T00-17, Military Performance Division, U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medici...
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Harman, E., Han, K.H., Frykman, P., and Pandorf, C. (2000). "The Effects of Backpack Weight on the Biomechanics of Load Carriage." USARIEM Technical Report T00-17, Military Performance Division, U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medici...

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AlnkOR Astroman Sun Hoodie
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OR Astroman Sun Hoodie

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AlnkGossamer Gear Mariposa 60L (My go-to UL pack)
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Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60L (My go-to UL pack)

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AlnkSnapfolds UL Bowl
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Snapfolds UL Bowl

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ReiMSR PocketRocket (had for over 10 years)
ReiRei

MSR PocketRocket (had for over 10 years)

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