April 19, 2019
Reaching Marriott Bonvoy Platinum – the fast way.
A few years ago, I became IHG Spire Elite - the first loyalty program where…
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February 11, 2019
Keeping your pillow in place with a spare t-shirt
When packing for my multi-day hikes, I usually do not bring an inflatable pillow. I…
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December 24, 2018
Cut your toothbrush in half
I can spend hours and hours optimizing my packing lists. Making sure I do not…
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November 24, 2018
Thermos bottle to save time, water and gas
Packing for multi-day hikes is a continuous trade-off. Weight versus convenience. Time versus convenience. Time versus…
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November 4, 2018
IKEA plastic bag as a liner for your pockets
When I'm hiking I like to keep moving - I hate breaks. I will eat…
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November 3, 2018
Hairclip as a multi-purpose tool
I love simple everyday items that make life on the trail so much easier, like…
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October 12, 2018
Luggage transfers: mailing your hiking gear in with post, DHL or UPS
During my hikes, I often store my luggage either at train stations, airports or at…
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August 14, 2018
Clothes cover to keep my shirts wrinkle-free
I wear a lot of shirts. Lot's of them. Some of my colleagues probably think…
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July 3, 2018
Plastic hairnet for your shoes
If I got a penny for every time I had to find sand from my…
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