The mountain weather is ever changing and unpredictable so having a tried and tested waterproof jacket is a must! The Arc’teryx Beta AR is a high performance, lightweight and packable hard-shell waterproof. It has a Gore-Tex Pro construction to deliver ultimate weather resistance and durability… Read More »Arc’teryx Beta AR: The Best Waterproof Jacket
Nepal is famously home to the Himalayan mountains and offers endless adventures. One of the world’s best treks is the Annapurna Circuit located in central Nepal which really takes you on a journey over 2 weeks. Annapurna Circuit starts in green villages, continuing through alpine… Read More »Annapurna Circuit Trek: Everything you need for an Epic Adventure
Every now and again you buy an item that you wonder how you lived before without it. Before my Nepal Trip, I was figuring out the best way to move safely around cities and on days away from the trail. I ideally wanted a small… Read More »Osprey Ultralight Dry Stuff Pack: The Best Compact Backpack
The first collaboration for Backpacker’s Mentality! Catherine reached out expressing an interest in collaborating on a post focused on Minimalist travel with is perfect for the backpacking community. This post has fantastic tips on how to pack lightweight and effectively. From the benefits of a… Read More »Mastering Minimalist Travel: Tips for Packing Light and Efficiently
Finding the right balance of jackets for mountain adventures is a difficult task. A waterproof jacket is an essential item of clothing and a warm down jacket helps when the cold weather bites back. But hiking is active and dynamic with different temperatures, weather and… Read More »Top Benefits of the Arc’teryx Proton LT Hoody Reviewed
When I decided to get into trekking one of the main purchases was a new backpack. Its first test would be the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal and be a long-term investment for many more treks. Part of Backpacker’s Mentality is to have a rucksack to… Read More »Osprey Atmos AG 50: The Best Trekking Backpack
What better way to get in the festive spirit than a short trip away in December? This is my fourth year running of doing a Christmas getaway and now that autumn is here, it’s the perfect time to start planning before places are booked up… Read More »A Copenhagen Christmas Market: The Best Festive Trip
After writing the Canada Road Trip 2 Week Guide, I realized there is so much more depth to share! West Canada is full of must-see places and unforgettable experiences with something for everyone. The pictures will never do the natural beauty justice. And for this… Read More »Complete Canada Road Trip: Must See Outdoors Daily Guide
For over a decade, my trusted hiking shoes were Merrells which never let me down apart from in the rain. Then I had some Gore-Tex Timberland trail shoes which became my go-to shoes for being lightweight and waterproof. But I needed a high-quality upgrade which… Read More »La Sportiva TX4 GTX Review- The Best Engineered Shoes
Doing a Canada Road Trip has always been a dream ever since seeing Moraine Lake photos. The snowy mountains, icy glaciers, endless lakes, mountain towns, abundant wildlife, coastal beaches and cities were unlike anywhere else. The difficulty is there are too many incredible places to… Read More »Canada Road Trip: Ultimate Bucket List 2-Week Guide