The night before summit day: a short list
Warm layers by the bed, water inside your jacket and a small bag you can find in the dark.
September 26, 2026 · 7 min
Pick a step about knee high, load the pack lightly and count slowly. The few rules that keep it safe.
Step-ups with a loaded pack: how high, how many
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Slow Steps
A short letter every Friday for people getting ready for a big hike: one lesson, one thing to pack and one thing to try this week.