Friday, March 31, 2017
Thursday, March 30, 2017
Ski Tuckerman Ravine with the new Tuckerman Taxi
Beginning this April, the US Forest Service will be offering skiers rides up to Tuckerman Ravine and the Sherburne Ski Trail on the Tuckerman Taxi, a snowcat with an extended and heated customer cabin capable to carrying 12 passengers per trip. The new taxi service will run hourly and cost $75/person, leaving from the Pinkham Lodge garage and running to HoJo's at the base of Tuckerman Ravine.
Today, skiers wishing to access the bowl of Tuckerman Ravine or the Sherburne Ski Trail must make an arduous 2.4 mile climb up 1845′ of elevation to access the snowfields at the base of Tuckerman Ravine and the start of the Sherburne backcountry ski trail. Climbing to the top of Tuckerman Ravine requires skinning up another 1.2 miles miles and 1505′ of elevation gain. That's a total of 3.6 miles and 3350′ of elevation gain from the Pinkham Lodge Parking Lot to Tuckerman Junction at the top of the Tuckerman Ravine Headwall, although the actual distance is usually longer since hazardous avalanche conditions make direct ascents of the headwall too dangerous.
"Snowcat trips up Mt Washington aren't new," says USDA administrator, Patrick Loveless. "The Mt Washington Observatory runs day and overnight trips to the summit of Mt Washington and the Mt Washington Auto Road has a snow coach, a van outfitted with tractor treads instead of wheels, that offer tours up the auto road in winter."
All profits from the Tuckerman Taxi service will be donated to fund the Mt Washington Avalanche Forecasting Service, which is the only American avalanche center east of the Rockies and has the oldest forecasting program in the country. The Trump Administration's proposed budget would slash USDA funding and threatens to close the Mt Washington Avalanche Forecasting Service, which would jeopardize winter recreational safety in Tuckerman and Huntington Ravines, and have disastrous financial consequences for the New Hampshire economy.
The Tuckerman Taxi service will begin operation on April 1, 2017 and run until the snowpack on the Tuckerman Ravine Trail, the snowcat's route, melts and makes snowcat operations impossible. "Budget considerations won't affect the Forest Service's commitment to Leave No Trace," says Loveless, "and we'll only operate the Tuckerman Taxi when there is sufficient snowpack on the trails to prevent any lasting evidence of operations."
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IndieView with G.P. Burdon, author of Barren
I actually have to credit a good friend of mine for that. Years ago, when we were still in High School, the movie Waterworld had come out and we were talking about it. My friend suggested there should be a new movie where it’s the opposite and instead of a world of water, there’s a world with no water.
G.P. Burdon – 30 March 2017
The Back Flap
Leaving a dying Earth behind them, the remnants of humanity head towards their new home on a distant planet. However, they never reach it, instead crash landing on a barren and hostile planet on which no human was ever meant to survive. With no water, and no hope, they must find a way to keep the human race alive in the wastelands of Icarus.
Mackenzie Miller leaves behind the only life she knows to join the Diviners in their search for water, wandering directly into the greatest dangers Icarus can offer. Though there’s more to worry about on Icarus than just dehydration. When Mackenzie learns what truly lurks in the deserts, dying of thirst is the least of her concerns.
About the book
What is the book about?
Barren is a science fiction story about humans traveling to another planet to colonize and save the race. But on the way, they end up crash landing on a desert world where no human should have ever set foot. Earth is gone and there are no other humans left to come save them, so they are forced to try and survive on a dead planet with next to no water. The planet is full of dangers, like deadly sandstorms, vicious alien animals, just the heat is enough to kill you. But the real story is about a separate faction of humanity that has become ruthless and cruel in their efforts to survive. So even though they’re on an alien world with no water and any day could be their last, the real danger to mankind comes from the same place it always has. Itself.
When did you start writing the book?
I began writing Barren in early 2016.
How long did it take you to write it?
I think it took me roughly six months or so, writing for at least two hours per day. Not including time spent researching, of course.
Where did you get the idea from?
I actually have to credit a good friend of mine for that. Years ago, when we were still in High School, the movie Waterworld had come out and we were talking about it. My friend suggested there should be a new movie where it’s the opposite and instead of a world of water, there’s a world with no water. That was kind of the foundation for the idea. What if humans had to survive with little or no water? So I took that as my starting point and started building a story around it.
Were there any parts of the book where you struggled?
Oh yes, definitely. Particularly parts where I needed to ensure accuracy in anything scientific. I actually read a full report from NASA regarding an aspect of the story that I wanted to make sure I got absolutely right, and I have to say, those people at NASA might as well be speaking a different language. I made it through, though.
What came easily?
The characters always come easily to me, somehow. Their personalities just seem to happen, I hardly ever have to force a particular trait.
Are your characters entirely fictitious or have you borrowed from real world people you know?
Most characters are entirely fictitious, but there are exceptions. Sometimes I will have a character or two who remind me of someone I know, so I just go with it and let that person show in the character. I also occasionally name a character after one of my readers who is regularly active with me on social media. In Barren, for example, there is a character named after one of my readers from New York. She seemed pleased when I asked her if she was happy for me to do that, so hopefully she is still happy after reading her name on the page.
We all know how important it is for writers to read. Are there any particular authors that have influenced how you write and, if so, how have they influenced you?
Definitely Stephen King, he is my author goal. But I’d say at an early age, I was influenced in my writing style by R.L. Stine and his Goosebumps books. Together, both authors have shaped me into writing in an engaging way, as well as providing twists that readers won’t see coming (hopefully).
Do you have a target reader?
Just anyone who loves to read. I don’t stick to just one genre, so I don’t think I should limit myself to just one reader, either.
About Writing
Do you have a writing process? If so can you please describe it?
I’m not sure if it’s a process so much as an obsession. When I have an idea, I stew over it for weeks until I know every detail of what I want to write, including characters. Then I work out precise events that have to happen for the story to play out like I want. Then I start writing and connect the dots.
Do you outline? If so, do you do so extensively or just chapter headings and a couple of sentences?
I generally outline my chapters with dot points, just briefly stating key events that need to happen, so I don’t get carried away while writing and either give away too much or too little. And keeping the reader engaged is always a plus.
Do you edit as you go or wait until you’ve finished?
I mostly wait until I’ve completed my first draft before editing, unless I happen to see some glaringly obvious mistake. Like I spelled a character’s name wrong or I notice some horrible inconsistency. Then I have to fix it right away.
Did you hire a professional editor?
Not a professional editor, but I do have friends/relatives who act as beta readers for me. They have university qualifications in editing, so even though that’s not their profession, I find them to be very helpful. I self-edit as well, of course, but having someone else look at your work is invaluable.
Do you listen to music while you write? If yes, what gets the fingers tapping?
I find that if music is playing while I write, I tend to get distracted. I’m more productive with ambient sounds. I mostly write on the train, so I guess I’ve gotten used to those noises.
About Publishing
Did you submit your work to Agents?
I have done in the past, but lately I haven’t had the time. Between writing and my day job, it’s difficult to find the time and energy to submit to agents. I am planning on doing so again soon, though.
What made you decide to go Indie, whether self-publishing or with an indie publisher? Was it a particular event or a gradual process?
I suppose impatience was the catalyst. I had just written my first fantasy novel and I was really excited about it. I submitted query letters to a few agents, but no takers, unfortunately. Then I heard about self-publishing through Amazon and Kindle. I just wanted people to read my work, so I self-published. The response was far more positive than I expected, it’s still my most popular book, even years later.
Did you get your book cover professionally done or did you do it yourself?
I do my book covers myself, with some help from family more talented than me.
Do you have a marketing plan for the book or are you just winging it?
Mostly winging it, it’s how I roll.
Any advice that you would like to give to other newbies considering becoming Indie authors?
Just keep writing. Write as much as you can, as often as you can. And when you’re not writing, make time for reading. Writing is a marathon, and reading is the stretching you do beforehand.
About You
Where did you grow up?
I grew up in the south of the island state of Tasmania in Australia. There were literally more cows there than people.
Where do you live now?
Now I live in Melbourne, Australia. There are considerably fewer cows.
What would you like readers to know about you?
I’m always happy to talk to any readers, so if you want to contact me through my social media channels, please do.
What are you working on now?
I’m writing the second book in my science fiction trilogy, titled Hostile.
End of Interview:
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IndieView with G.P. Burdon, author of Barren
I actually have to credit a good friend of mine for that. Years ago, when we were still in High School, the movie Waterworld had come out and we were talking about it. My friend suggested there should be a new movie where it's the opposite and instead of a world of water, there's a world with no water.
G.P. Burdon – 30 March 2017
The Back Flap
Leaving a dying Earth behind them, the remnants of humanity head towards their new home on a distant planet. However, they never reach it, instead crash landing on a barren and hostile planet on which no human was ever meant to survive. With no water, and no hope, they must find a way to keep the human race alive in the wastelands of Icarus.
Mackenzie Miller leaves behind the only life she knows to join the Diviners in their search for water, wandering directly into the greatest dangers Icarus can offer. Though there's more to worry about on Icarus than just dehydration. When Mackenzie learns what truly lurks in the deserts, dying of thirst is the least of her concerns.
About the book
What is the book about?
Barren is a science fiction story about humans traveling to another planet to colonize and save the race. But on the way, they end up crash landing on a desert world where no human should have ever set foot. Earth is gone and there are no other humans left to come save them, so they are forced to try and survive on a dead planet with next to no water. The planet is full of dangers, like deadly sandstorms, vicious alien animals, just the heat is enough to kill you. But the real story is about a separate faction of humanity that has become ruthless and cruel in their efforts to survive. So even though they're on an alien world with no water and any day could be their last, the real danger to mankind comes from the same place it always has. Itself.
When did you start writing the book?
I began writing Barren in early 2016.
How long did it take you to write it?
I think it took me roughly six months or so, writing for at least two hours per day. Not including time spent researching, of course.
Where did you get the idea from?
I actually have to credit a good friend of mine for that. Years ago, when we were still in High School, the movie Waterworld had come out and we were talking about it. My friend suggested there should be a new movie where it's the opposite and instead of a world of water, there's a world with no water. That was kind of the foundation for the idea. What if humans had to survive with little or no water? So I took that as my starting point and started building a story around it.
Were there any parts of the book where you struggled?
Oh yes, definitely. Particularly parts where I needed to ensure accuracy in anything scientific. I actually read a full report from NASA regarding an aspect of the story that I wanted to make sure I got absolutely right, and I have to say, those people at NASA might as well be speaking a different language. I made it through, though.
What came easily?
The characters always come easily to me, somehow. Their personalities just seem to happen, I hardly ever have to force a particular trait.
Are your characters entirely fictitious or have you borrowed from real world people you know?
Most characters are entirely fictitious, but there are exceptions. Sometimes I will have a character or two who remind me of someone I know, so I just go with it and let that person show in the character. I also occasionally name a character after one of my readers who is regularly active with me on social media. In Barren, for example, there is a character named after one of my readers from New York. She seemed pleased when I asked her if she was happy for me to do that, so hopefully she is still happy after reading her name on the page.
We all know how important it is for writers to read. Are there any particular authors that have influenced how you write and, if so, how have they influenced you?
Definitely Stephen King, he is my author goal. But I'd say at an early age, I was influenced in my writing style by R.L. Stine and his Goosebumps books. Together, both authors have shaped me into writing in an engaging way, as well as providing twists that readers won't see coming (hopefully).
Do you have a target reader?
Just anyone who loves to read. I don't stick to just one genre, so I don't think I should limit myself to just one reader, either.
About Writing
Do you have a writing process? If so can you please describe it?
I'm not sure if it's a process so much as an obsession. When I have an idea, I stew over it for weeks until I know every detail of what I want to write, including characters. Then I work out precise events that have to happen for the story to play out like I want. Then I start writing and connect the dots.
Do you outline? If so, do you do so extensively or just chapter headings and a couple of sentences?
I generally outline my chapters with dot points, just briefly stating key events that need to happen, so I don't get carried away while writing and either give away too much or too little. And keeping the reader engaged is always a plus.
Do you edit as you go or wait until you've finished?
I mostly wait until I've completed my first draft before editing, unless I happen to see some glaringly obvious mistake. Like I spelled a character's name wrong or I notice some horrible inconsistency. Then I have to fix it right away.
Did you hire a professional editor?
Not a professional editor, but I do have friends/relatives who act as beta readers for me. They have university qualifications in editing, so even though that's not their profession, I find them to be very helpful. I self-edit as well, of course, but having someone else look at your work is invaluable.
Do you listen to music while you write? If yes, what gets the fingers tapping?
I find that if music is playing while I write, I tend to get distracted. I'm more productive with ambient sounds. I mostly write on the train, so I guess I've gotten used to those noises.
About Publishing
Did you submit your work to Agents?
I have done in the past, but lately I haven't had the time. Between writing and my day job, it's difficult to find the time and energy to submit to agents. I am planning on doing so again soon, though.
What made you decide to go Indie, whether self-publishing or with an indie publisher? Was it a particular event or a gradual process?
I suppose impatience was the catalyst. I had just written my first fantasy novel and I was really excited about it. I submitted query letters to a few agents, but no takers, unfortunately. Then I heard about self-publishing through Amazon and Kindle. I just wanted people to read my work, so I self-published. The response was far more positive than I expected, it's still my most popular book, even years later.
Did you get your book cover professionally done or did you do it yourself?
I do my book covers myself, with some help from family more talented than me.
Do you have a marketing plan for the book or are you just winging it?
Mostly winging it, it's how I roll.
Any advice that you would like to give to other newbies considering becoming Indie authors?
Just keep writing. Write as much as you can, as often as you can. And when you're not writing, make time for reading. Writing is a marathon, and reading is the stretching you do beforehand.
About You
Where did you grow up?
I grew up in the south of the island state of Tasmania in Australia. There were literally more cows there than people.
Where do you live now?
Now I live in Melbourne, Australia. There are considerably fewer cows.
What would you like readers to know about you?
I'm always happy to talk to any readers, so if you want to contact me through my social media channels, please do.
What are you working on now?
I'm writing the second book in my science fiction trilogy, titled Hostile.
End of Interview:
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Ashbury and Oak – Polygon
Introducing Ashbury + Oak by Polygon – Choose from three and four bedroom townhomes in Langley’s Willoughby neighbourhood. This family community offers everything you need with retail shopping, restaurants, recreation centres nearby.
Features
- Queen Anne-inspired architecture, with dramatic pitched roof lines and bay windows
- Convenient main floor powder rooms
- A side-by-side two car garage in every home
- Decks or raised yards for outdoor entertaining
- Contemporary interior design with open-plan layouts
- Kitchens with family-sized kitchen islands, engineered stone countertops, a built-in recycling station and stainless steel appliances
- Spa-style ensuites feature a luxurious spa-style shower with showerhead with wand and integrated bench seating
- Warm laminate wood flooring throughout the main floor living areas
- Nine foot ceilings on the main floor, eight-foot on upper and lower floors
- Central Green & play areas connected with well-lit pathways
- Access to Kinfolk House – the residents’ only resort-style clubhouse featuring a swimming pool, great room, fully-equipped fitness centre, indoor playground + much more
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Wednesday, March 29, 2017
La Sportiva Ultra Raptor Trail Runners – Long Term Review
I've been wearing La Sportiva Ultra Raptor Trail Runners for hiking and backpacking for the past 3 years. Made out of mesh, they drain and dry quickly, which is important in the densely forested and wet Northeast US environs where I do most of my hiking. I originally switched from leather hiking boots to trail runners in 2010 when I hiked coast-to-coast across Scotland, which is also incredibly wet, and haven't looked back at boots for three season hiking ever since.
The Ultra Raptor excels in mountain environments because the soles have sticky rubber which adheres well to rock, including wet rock, while providing enough protection for my feet. A thick rubber toe cap and an armored heel cup protect my toes and the back of my feet without compromising agility. That's really important in the mountains for scrambling across scree fields and the occasional smearing and stemming we need to do when climbing rugged, above-treeline trails. In fact, I've never come across a better trail runner than the Ultra Raptors that combines all of these traits, which is why I've stuck with them for so long. I even have boxes of mint Ultra Raptors stockpiled in my gear closet, in case the manufacturer ever decides change or discontinue them.
If you need extra wide shoes or lots of space for your toes, the Ultra Raptors are probably NOT a good choice for you. The fit is decidedly narrow and firm, with a deep heel cup that locks your foot in place and provides neutral, stable footing. The soles are surprisingly rigid with a stiff nylon shank that provides great torsional control. The heel is NOT flared out to distribute force, like a lot of road running shoes and some trail runners, so they don't need extra clearance when hiking on rough trails with a lot of tree roots.
The Ultra Raptor soles also have an arch, something that you find less and less on trail runners. I like them because it means I can run a hiking gaiter strap through the, which I've found much more durable and repairable than flat-soled trail runners where you need to glue a velcro patch to the back of the shoe. The arch also forms enhances your ability to brake on decents using your heels, much like a pair of traditional hiking boots, another quality that makes the Ultra Raptors well suited for mountain walking.
New Hampshire hiking is pretty hard on shoes, but I get about 400 miles on a pair of Ultra Raptors before the heel lugs start to wear down and tears begin to appear in the mesh next to the toe caps. This is a common wear-point on mesh trail runners regardless of the manufacturer because of the constant flexing the toe box and forefoot. I've tried to retard the deterioration of the mesh by covering these areas with Shoegoo plastic adhesive, but the heel tread wears out long before the mesh gives way, so I don't bother anymore.
The factor insoles that come with the Ultra Raptors are your standard run-of-the-mill thin foam. If you need more arch support or a firmer heel pad to counter pronation as the heels wear down (25% of hikers and backpackers do), I've found that the thin Superfeet Carbon insoles fit well and don't take up much volume inside the shoe.
The Ultra Raptors run about a 1/2 size small. They're also available in European sizing – for example I wear a size 43 – so you can dial in a much better fit, since European sizing is finer grained than US sizing.
That in a nutshell is my take on La Sportiva Ultra Raptor Trail Runners for hiking and backpacking. I've gone through about eight pairs of these shoes in the past three years and plan to wear them again this year for all of my non-winter hiking trips.
Highly recommended.
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Ashbury and Oak – Polygon
Introducing Ashbury + Oak by Polygon – Choose from three and four bedroom townhomes in Langley's Willoughby neighbourhood. This family community offers everything you need with retail shopping, restaurants, recreation centres nearby.
Features
- Queen Anne-inspired architecture, with dramatic pitched roof lines and bay windows
- Convenient main floor powder rooms
- A side-by-side two car garage in every home
- Decks or raised yards for outdoor entertaining
- Contemporary interior design with open-plan layouts
- Kitchens with family-sized kitchen islands, engineered stone countertops, a built-in recycling station and stainless steel appliances
- Spa-style ensuites feature a luxurious spa-style shower with showerhead with wand and integrated bench seating
- Warm laminate wood flooring throughout the main floor living areas
- Nine foot ceilings on the main floor, eight-foot on upper and lower floors
- Central Green & play areas connected with well-lit pathways
- Access to Kinfolk House – the residents' only resort-style clubhouse featuring a swimming pool, great room, fully-equipped fitness centre, indoor playground + much more
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Cambie Gardens Vancouver by Onni
Coming soon to the Cambie corridor is a new development called Cambie Gardens by Onni. This stunning development is going to consist of 2,160 residential homes spread out over a 25.4 acre site. Also, included in this amazing project will be retail and commercial space, health centre, YMCA club and pool, a 2.5 acre park and the new Canada line transit station.
Floor Plans for Cambie Gardens
Floor plans have yet to be finalized but we can expect a wide range of unit options.
Pricing for Cambie Gardens
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Cambie Gardens Vancouver by Onni
Coming soon to the Cambie corridor is a new development called Cambie Gardens by Onni. This stunning development is going to consist of 2,160 residential homes spread out over a 25.4 acre site. Also, included in this amazing project will be retail and commercial space, health centre, YMCA club and pool, a 2.5 acre park and the new Canada line transit station.
Floor Plans for Cambie Gardens
Floor plans have yet to be finalized but we can expect a wide range of unit options.
Pricing for Cambie Gardens
Please register and join our VIP list for early access and be the first to receive information on plans and pricing.
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Tuesday, March 28, 2017
Top 10 Backpacker Recommended Trekking Poles – 2017
What are the best backpacking trekking poles that backpackers really use? What do you get when you buy more expensive trekking poles and how much better are they than value-oriented trekking poles?
We surveyed 440 backers to find out what trekking poles they use and recommend and found that aluminum poles are still the more popular than carbon fiber poles because they’re less expensive and more durable, although lighter-weight, economy carbon fiber poles are gaining in popularity. The so-called flick lock or lever lock adjustment systems, popularized by Black Diamond, is preferred over twist-lock adjustment systems because they’re more reliable and easy to use. Cork handles are increasingly popular because they provide a better grip when hands sweat and mold to your hand over time. The majority of trekking poles are still unisex, but some brands including REI have introduced female-specific poles with smaller grips and shorter lengths. While Black Diamond trekking poles dominate the high-end hiking and backpacking market, many competitive mid and low-priced options exist, with relatively little loss of critical functionality.
1. Black Diamond Trail Pro Shock Trekking Poles
See the Black Diamond Trail Pro Shock
2. Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork Trekking Poles
3. Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking Poles
4. Leki Makalu Anti-Shock Trekking Poles
5. Black Diamond Distance Z-Pole Trekking Poles
6. Leki Corklite Trekking Poles
7. REI Traverse Power Lock Cork Trekking Poles
8. Cascade Mountain Tech Cork Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles
9. Kelty Range 2.0 Trekking Poles
10. Mountainsmith Rhyolite Trekking Poles
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Top 10 Backpacker Recommended Trekking Poles – 2017
What are the best backpacking trekking poles that backpackers really use? What do you get when you buy more expensive trekking poles and how much better are they than value-oriented trekking poles?
We surveyed 440 backers to find out what trekking poles they use and recommend and found that aluminum poles are still the more popular than carbon fiber poles because they're less expensive and more durable, although lighter-weight, economy carbon fiber poles are gaining in popularity. The so-called flick lock or lever lock adjustment systems, popularized by Black Diamond, is preferred over twist-lock adjustment systems because they're more reliable and easy to use. Cork handles are increasingly popular because they provide a better grip when hands sweat and mold to your hand over time. The majority of trekking poles are still unisex, but some brands including REI have introduced female-specific poles with smaller grips and shorter lengths. While Black Diamond trekking poles dominate the high-end hiking and backpacking market, many competitive mid and low-priced options exist, with relatively little loss of critical functionality.
1. Black Diamond Trail Pro Shock Trekking Poles
See the Black Diamond Trail Pro Shock
2. Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork Trekking Poles
3. Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking Poles
4. Leki Makalu Anti-Shock Trekking Poles
5. Black Diamond Distance Z-Pole Trekking Poles
6. Leki Corklite Trekking Poles
7. REI Traverse Power Lock Cork Trekking Poles
8. Cascade Mountain Tech Cork Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles
9. Kelty Range 2.0 Trekking Poles
10. Mountainsmith Rhyolite Trekking Poles
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5 quick and easy curly hairstyles to beat the humidity
When the humidity hits, these 5 quick and easy curly hairstyles will have you covered. You can confidently do your hair in minutes and get back to dealing with the rest of your day.
I’ve learnt how to control frizz in my curly hair but sometimes the weather just isn’t on your side.
The humidity has hit peak levels lately and my normal styling efforts are being pushed to their limits. On regular days I could wear my hair out but not in this weather.
I’ve been styling my hair wet and wearing braids constantly. I also have some super quick and easy curly hairstyles that only take a few minutes to do. These styles are perfect for when you thought you could wear your hair out but decide halfway through the day that you need an updo.
These curly hairstyles are also the ideal cover for hair that really should have been washed but you just couldn’t face it. (Tell me I’m not the only one who needs to psych themselves up to wash their hair? The struggle is real!)
Next time the humidity hits record levels, choose one of these curly hairstyles and you can ride out the day in style saying, “what humidity?” and feel smug knowing that your hair is under control.
5 quick and easy curly hairstyles to beat the humidity
The curly bun
This statement bun says I don’t care what the weather forecast is – I can handle it. Perfect for long hair, check out my curly hair bun tutorial to see my tricks for styling this in fine hair.
The 2 minute updo
This looks complicated but set your timer and you’ll see you can do this curly hairstyle in under two minutes. Don’t believe me? Try the 2 min curly updo tutorial here. You’ll make everyone think you went to so much effort when really you hit snooze on your alarm about 6 times.
The braid bun
Leave a few curls out to show that you really don’t care about the humidity but be so grateful to have all your hair off your neck. This is one of those tutorials to keep in your hair-drobe for when you change your mind. You start out thinking you can wear your hair out but realise you’ve made a mistake. This braided bun tutorial will rescue your hair and keep it out of the way. No-one will know this was your second choice hairstyle.
The curly twist
Another style that looks way more complicated than you think. This quick and easy curly twist hairstyle tutorial is a lifesaver on humid days. A little frizz makes this style look even better so you don’t have to think about it all day long. It’s held with 3 elastics as well as a couple of bobby pins so you know it’s not going to budge. You can relax knowing your hair will look the same when you get home as when you styled it first thing in the morning.
The braided top knot
This braided top knot tutorial is one of my go-to styles. It’s pretty popular as it was shared so many times on Pinterest that it was included in Pinterest’s hair trends for the year. I don’t believe in trends, but I know I will be wearing this hairstyle in my curls every summer. It’s a classic that has enough detail to make it look like you went to a lot of effort, but really it’s so quick to do.
So these are my favourite hairstyles to wear when the humidity soars, I’d love to know how do you cope in humidity? Have you got any tricks to beat the frizz?
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5 quick and easy curly hairstyles to beat the humidity
When the humidity hits, these 5 quick and easy curly hairstyles will have you covered. You can confidently do your hair in minutes and get back to dealing with the rest of your day.
I've learnt how to control frizz in my curly hair but sometimes the weather just isn't on your side.
The humidity has hit peak levels lately and my normal styling efforts are being pushed to their limits. On regular days I could wear my hair out but not in this weather.
I've been styling my hair wet and wearing braids constantly. I also have some super quick and easy curly hairstyles that only take a few minutes to do. These styles are perfect for when you thought you could wear your hair out but decide halfway through the day that you need an updo.
These curly hairstyles are also the ideal cover for hair that really should have been washed but you just couldn't face it. (Tell me I'm not the only one who needs to psych themselves up to wash their hair? The struggle is real!)
Next time the humidity hits record levels, choose one of these curly hairstyles and you can ride out the day in style saying, "what humidity?" and feel smug knowing that your hair is under control.
5 quick and easy curly hairstyles to beat the humidity
The curly bun
This statement bun says I don't care what the weather forecast is – I can handle it. Perfect for long hair, check out my curly hair bun tutorial to see my tricks for styling this in fine hair.
The 2 minute updo
This looks complicated but set your timer and you'll see you can do this curly hairstyle in under two minutes. Don't believe me? Try the 2 min curly updo tutorial here. You'll make everyone think you went to so much effort when really you hit snooze on your alarm about 6 times.
The braid bun
Leave a few curls out to show that you really don't care about the humidity but be so grateful to have all your hair off your neck. This is one of those tutorials to keep in your hair-drobe for when you change your mind. You start out thinking you can wear your hair out but realise you've made a mistake. This braided bun tutorial will rescue your hair and keep it out of the way. No-one will know this was your second choice hairstyle.
The curly twist
Another style that looks way more complicated than you think. This quick and easy curly twist hairstyle tutorial is a lifesaver on humid days. A little frizz makes this style look even better so you don't have to think about it all day long. It's held with 3 elastics as well as a couple of bobby pins so you know it's not going to budge. You can relax knowing your hair will look the same when you get home as when you styled it first thing in the morning.
The braided top knot
This braided top knot tutorial is one of my go-to styles. It's pretty popular as it was shared so many times on Pinterest that it was included in Pinterest's hair trends for the year. I don't believe in trends, but I know I will be wearing this hairstyle in my curls every summer. It's a classic that has enough detail to make it look like you went to a lot of effort, but really it's so quick to do.
So these are my favourite hairstyles to wear when the humidity soars, I'd love to know how do you cope in humidity? Have you got any tricks to beat the frizz?
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Gear Closet: Backpacking Stoves, Pots, and Kitchen Accessories
Here are the backpacking stoves, cooking pots, and “kitchen” accessories, including bear bags and bear canisters, that I use year-round on a regular basis (90-120 nights/year.) Many of these items are old friends that have withstood the test of time and I’ve been using for years and years. Why the variety? I backpack year-round and like to bring gear that satisfies my needs best. These needs change with the season, objectives, locales, and my companions. That said, consider these my “top” gear picks…the stuff that I recommend to friends without reservation.
Evernew Titanium Pasta Pot
See the Evernew Titanium Pasta Pot (med)
Evernew Titanium UL 1.3 Liter Pot
See the Evernew Titanium 1.3 Liter Pot
QiWiz Titanium Dual Burner (Esbit/Alcohol) Stove System
QiWiz, pronounced Chee-wiz, is a one-man cottage gear maker who specializes in titanium stoves and tools. I’m a big fan of his dual burner (Esbit/Alcohol) stove system ($49.50) which includes a 750 ml titanium pot (110g), a dual fuel stove (18g), titanium windscreen (15g), and stainless steel mesh pot stand (10g), although I use a different pot. I also use the titanium windscreen with other stoves, since it’s so convenient to pack in a cook pot.
See the QiWiz Dual Fuel Stove System
See my QiWiz Titanium Dual Fuel Stove System Review
QiWiz FireFly Wood Stove
See the QiWiz Firefly Stove
Kovea Spider Remote Canister Stove
The Kovea Spider ($52) is a 6.0 ounce, remote canister stove that can be used with a windscreen to boost fuel efficiency since the burner is not located next to the canister. It also folds up small and can be stored inside a 1 liter pot for individual use. The Spider is special because it can burn the fuel inside a canister in its liquid form down to about 0 degrees fahrenheit (by turning the canister upside down), giving you a 10-15 degree advantage over regular canister stoves that can only burn isobutane in its vapor form.
See the Kovea Spider Stove
MSR Whisperlite Liquid Fuel Stove
The MSR Whisperlite ($89) is my deep winter camping stove, the one I use when I have to melt large quantities of snow to make drinking water and need to use a high power fuel like white gas. The Whisperlite includes the burner, which has an integrated primer cup, pot stand, fuel line, and a plastic fuel pump. MSR fuel bottles are available in a variety of sizes and sold separately. The 11.4 ounce Whisperlite is a very reliable stove and one that you can clean or repair by yourself. It takes a little practice to prime and ignite without burning your eyelashes off, but I wouldn’t winter camp without it.
See the MSR Whisperlite Stove
MSR Whisperlite Fuel Bottle
See the MSR Whisperlite Fuel Bottle
Folding Wind Screen
See the Cheapo Folding Wind Screem
Light My Fire – Fire Steel
See the Light My Fire Fire Steel Army
GSI Outdoors Table Spoon
See the GSI Outdoors Table Spoon
OPSAK Odor Barrier Bags
See the Plastic Odor Barrier Bags
Ursack Bear-Proof Bag
See the Ursack Bear-Proof Bag
Bare Boxer Contender Bear Canister
See the Bear Boxer Contender
Garcia Backpacker’s Cache Bear Canister
See the Garcia Backpacker’s Cache
That’s the extent of my backpacking stoves, pots, kitchen accessories and bear protection gear. Let me know if you have any questions. I’m happy to help.
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