Winter Hiking, High-Altitude & Multiday Trekking Winter, high-altitude trekking (EBC, Kilimanjaro, Rainier, Winter Washington), multi-day trekking etc. demand a high degree of preparation, systemic thinking, layering and traction understanding. Below…
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Why Nasal Breathing is essential at High Altitude: Scientific explanation High-Altitude (HA) environments (typically >2,500 m / 8,200 ft) present one of the most dramatic physiological challenges humans can face.…
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Acknowledgements: Thanks to all the fellow hikers who have been supportive and have cheered me to this. Without the support from the Doers community, this would have not been possible.…
Read moreSnowshoes, Microspikes & Crampons . Category Model Usage Terrain Snow / Ice Conditions Weight (pair) Bindings / Compatibility Price Range (USD) Snowshoes MSR Lightning Ascent Aggressive backcountry, steep ascents Mountain,…
Read more(created for Desi Outdoors members) 3-4 top models of major brands are compared here based on Website information, assisted by online tools. Comparison — Uniqlo, Marmot, Eddie Bauer, REI Co-op…
Read moreOur Mount Whitney trip began with an unexpected twist in August 2025: two permits became available due to hikers that were unable to go last minute. This was our chance.…
Read moreKAILASH PARIKRAMA: SELF REFLECTION ON MANASAROVAR Table of Contents Prologue 2 Early Life influences 3 Temporary lapse 3 Hiking for spiritual health 4 Half Dome 4 Back to hiking basics…
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On June 8, 2024, my husband & I embarked on a life changing yatra, a pilgrimage, to the center of the earth, Mount Kailash, along with 38 other Desis from…
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LADAKH- The Fascination Himalayan Ranges and its bewilderment has always been a fascination. As a child, I had travelled to Kashmir for snow and Rajasthan for desert, covered India with…
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FEBRUARY 27, 2023NEHA SHAH Table of Contents Prologue: Sofa to Training Preparation – A week before our journey Day One Day Two Day Three Day Four Day Five Day…
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