Mathina Calliope is at work on a memoir about seeking the courage to be broke by attempting a thru-hike. New perk: Easily find new routes and hidden gems, upcoming running events, and more near you.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Making your own backpacking equipment is fun. It’s also the one sure way to acquire gear that fits your body and its needs.

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Like backpacking, sewing stresses individual resourcefulness and self-sufficiency. For those who have more time than money, sew-it-yourself is the answer for quality gear at moderate prices. It also ...