Update from CTS Basecamp
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Bamboo Bottle The Eco-Friendly Water Bottle
By: Patrick Gensel [yframe url='http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ef_xC-fstEg'] With the current popularity of bamboo these days, why wouldn't there be a drinking bottle made out of the stuff? Introducing the Bamboo Bottle, an environmentally friendly solution for carrying your water. The bottle is constructed of bamboo, glass, and recycled plastic which helps minimize the impact created by
Gearhead: Mountain Hardwear Paladin Backpack
Patrick takes a look at the Mountain Hardwear Paladin backpack. This small yet roomy and organized backpack is great for bike commuters, travelers, day trippers and more. Some stats on the Paladin: 840D HT Ballistic Nylon body panels HardWear™ Tarp XL accent panels Dimensions: 22 in X 13 in X 10 in / 56 cm X
Mammut Togir Light Climbing Harness
If light weight is your goal, then the Togir Light by Mammut is just for you. Weighing only 12.3 the Togir Light is one of the lightest harnesses around. In this weeks video, Patrick takes a look at this harness.
Half Dome Time Lapse
While in a rainy Yosemite Valley last week, I was afforded a long enough weather window to capture this time lapse of clouds rolling across the summit of Half Dome.
GearHead: Arc’teryx Theta AR Jacket
http://youtu.be/fE41s8T75Kc Behold, the amazing, do it all, bombproof jacket: The Arc'teryx Theta AR. This is one of the finest pieces of clothing I have ever bought, and yes, it was worth every penny. Check out today's video post for an in depth look at this awesome jacket, constructed of Gore-Tex Pro Shell fabric. I use
Update From The Summit
Quick Video Update from Patrick. Check it out.
Footage from Katahdin
Back in June of 2010 Myself along with a few other eager adventurers set out for Baxter state park in northern Maine to climb to the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail on Baxter Peak, Katahdin. Though our focus was to hike the mountain, and take in the magnificent views that Maine has to offer,