by Outdoors Geek | Mar 24, 2017 | Backpacking, Blog
Make a list, pack your backpack, and head out on a new adventure. It sounds simple enough, but anyone who’s ever had to go anywhere will know that packing can be hard, and there’s a constant fear of not packing right and forgetting that all important item that could...
by Will Marquardt | Mar 20, 2017 | Backpacking, Blog
Measuring backpack torso size correctly is one of the most critical items on your pre-trip checklist. If you do it right, your pack will be significantly more comfortable. Furthermore, please be sure to read the “Geek Tips” at the bottom of this article in...
by Outdoors Geek | Feb 24, 2017 | Backpacking, Blog
When we’re choosing a backpack for outdoor adventures, we look for comfort, function, and style. At Outdoors Geek, we carry the best rental backpacks in the world. Whether you’re carrying a day’s worth of supplies for a casual day hike or you need to haul back an...
by Outdoors Geek | Nov 18, 2016 | Backpacking, Blog
When you live in Colorado, winter won’t stop you from hitting your favorite trails. Just because our great state is blanketed in snow doesn’t mean you have to hang up your hiking boots. The trails are still open, and there is plenty of winter wonderland to explore,...
by Outdoors Geek | Aug 26, 2016 | Backpacking, Blog
If you’re looking for that never ending hike where nature stretches out before you further than the eye can see, then hiking the Colorado Trail is a geek’s dream come true. You can spend a day or multiple weeks trekking through the Rocky Mountains, scaling the peaks,...
by Outdoors Geek | Aug 5, 2016 | Backpacking, Blog
Rocky Mountain National Park has over 300 miles of hiking trails, and the famous Trail Ridge Road peaks at 12,000 feet. With the right gear and a little planning, you’ll see nature like you’ve never seen it before. Planning your backpacking trip in Rocky Mountain...
