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Hi, I'm Jdub and this is where I share my ultralight backpacking experiences. I feel most connected and free in the outdoors, and like to experience that time via ultralight backpacking, thru hiking, and tenkara fishing.

I've been into the ultralight style of hiking since 2005 when I heard about making a wood burning stove from a can of beans. What a change from the early days when we mail ordered from Campmor's news print illustrated catalogs! It's been a journey and a welcome escape from the high stress tech world my professional life creates.

At one point I designed and manufactured gear, some of which is sold today at stores like REI and popular ultralight companies under various brands.

I have a passion for all aspects of the lightweight backpacking space, including the lifestyle, practical minimalism, gear lists, product reviews, trip reports, tips, techniques, myog/diy, and of course the community. The content you find at jdubhikes will express my own experiences in the aforementioned areas with a focus on how they apply to bigger mile days and thru hiking. I hope you enjoy it!

"It's better to wear out one's shoes than one's sheets." -Genoese Proverb in Beyond Backpacking by Ray Jardine

See ya on trail,
Jdub Hikes

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