hiking – Stein A. Rypdal

Dronningkrona (1816 m) – the Queen Summit of Vinnufjellet

With leaves turning yellow, temperatures dropping and days that are getting shorter and shorter September signals the end of summer in western Norway. Yet, September is arguably the best time… Read more

Best day hikes in Norway

With mountains reaching up to 2.469 meters and dropping almost straight down into the fjords, and with the longest coastline in Europe, Norway has a lot to offer in terms of thrilling hikes and… Read more

Gear philosophy – how to choose the right hiking gear

As with so many other aspects of life choosing the right hiking gear is all about trying to strike a balance between different and often contradictory wants and wishes. Who wouldn’t want… Read more

Sawyer Mini vs. Sawyer Squeeze

OK, so you’re going backpacking and you’re trying to decide which water filter to get? Sawyer makes two of the most popular lightweight water filters for hiking, the Sawyer Mini… Read more

Photos from the CDT

Photos from my 2015 thru-hike of the Continental Divide Trail. Now all in one place, for easy browsing.… Read more