Journal
Trekking journal
Field notes, gear maths and planning guides from the trails we run every season.
Buy vs Rent Trekking Gear in Nepal: The Honest Maths
A down jacket costs $420 to buy and $12 a day to rent. Here is exactly where the break-even sits for every major item on a Himalayan kit list.
28 Jul 2026
How Hard Is Everest Base Camp Really?
No ropes, no crampons, no climbing skill — but twelve days of walking at altitude is its own kind of difficult. What the trek actually demands.
19 Jul 2026
The Three-Layer System That Works Above 5,000 m
Merino base, insulating mid, windproof shell — and the two mistakes that ruin the system for most first-time trekkers.
11 Jul 2026
Best Season to Trek in Nepal: Spring vs Autumn
Both windows are excellent for different reasons. Here is how to pick based on views, crowds, temperature and rhododendron bloom.
30 Jun 2026
Altitude Sickness: Prevention That Actually Works
Climb high, sleep low, drink more than you want to. A practical guide to AMS symptoms and the decisions that keep them from escalating.
14 Jun 2026
The Complete Packing List for a Two-Week Himalayan Trek
Everything that goes in the duffel and the daypack, with realistic weights and the items you can safely leave in Kathmandu.
29 May 2026