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If you’re in the market for an ultralight backpacking tent, there’s no doubt you’ve seen the Zpacks Duplex pop up on “best of” gear lists (ours included), often being upheld as the gold standard of ultralight shelters. And this reputation is no coincidence. The Zpacks Duplex tent has earned its place in the ultralight spotlight by consistently proving itself in the backcountry – it’s also a favorite of PCT and JMT thru-hikers who really put gear through the wringer.In fact, back in 2014, when Kristen (BFT’s Founder) hiked the JMT, her tent weighed over 5 pounds (!!!) After seeing so...

This post lists the top 101 black inventors and African Americans’ best invention ideas that changed the world. Despite racial prejudice and discrimination, African Americans have persevered and contributed significantly to science and various industries. Many African American inventors have made hundreds of innovative inventions, yet their achievements often go unnoticed in history. Here are some brilliant inventors who have made significant contributions to society (in no particular order): Top 101 black inventors & African American’s best invention ideas 1. Thomas L. Jennings (1791 – 1856) – Dry scouring Born free in 1791, Thomas Jennings is widely regarded as the...

Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Rain or shine, you can always find something to do in and around Valencia Travel Village RV Resort RV Destinations: Valencia Travel Village RV Resort In Southern California Southern California is an amazing destination with so much to do. But where can you stay in your RV while you’re there? Look no further than Valencia Travel Village RV Resort. This conveniently located RV resort offers everything you could need and more! Plus, it’s perfectly located to see all the best that the area has to offer. Let’s take a look at what makes Valencia Travel Village...

One of the best ways to improve your memory for every day facts and avoid absentmindedness is to get organized. Disorganized people report more memory problems than people who can easily structure the information that comes to them. Having a good organizational system in place will ensure that information will not be misplaced, because if you have a specific place for everything, the mind knows exactly where to go to retrieve that information. For example, a disorganized person might throw their keys anywhere in the house. This means that they must remember at all times where their keys are, otherwise...

Despite the hype from tackle merchants, most artificial flies only ever catch humans. Trout, it seems, don’t share our obsession with 'match the hatch' says Richard WilsonDespite the hype from tackle merchants, most artificial flies only ever catch humans. Trout, it seems, don’t share our obsession with ‘match the hatch’. Trout fishing is a battle of wits, pitting wily angler against crafty fish. It is an undisputed fact that it takes a canny fisher to catch a canny fish. We know this to be true because clever fisherfolk write books and articles in which their sophistication and guile always win...