I've tried a lot of hiking and camping gear over the years and there are some items I just keep coming back to. For me, a piece of gear gets the tick of approval if it does what it performs as advertised, lasts a long time, is lightweight and easy to pack, and is comfortable. I also try to purchase from brands that support sustainable practices and are doing good in the world. In this blog post I am sharing a round-up of my 2019 holy grail hiking and camping gear items... things I now couldn't go without in the