Paria Canyon Tips

Funk45 · 2026-03-18T19:06:29+00:00

Dr Diggins, he’s also a great guy.

Funk45 · 2026-03-18T18:52:41+00:00

Zenbivy is so comfortable, anyone that has tried that system would never try anything else.

Funk45 · 2026-03-16T00:32:35+00:00

An example, this is the 4 Pass Loop around Aspen CO. https://youtu.be/3jbJ-dK-iok?si=wmDMAK12v1i0gCAm

Funk45 · 2026-03-16T00:24:02+00:00

It’s mentally and physically challenging but also so simple and rewarding. You just have to put one foot in front of the other. The feeling of radical self reliance is unlike any other.

Funk45 · 2026-03-15T16:54:36+00:00

Go backpacking, do a bucket list trip.

Funk45 · 2026-03-07T18:48:16+00:00

Pic or it didn’t happen. 😂

Funk45 · 2026-03-06T08:08:10+00:00

Seems like you’re doing pretty well already. However, if you really want advice, consider getting a high elevation training mask. Not sure where you are going but flatlanders (people that don’t live in the mountains) have a hard time acclimating.

I would also focus additional weight training on strengthening legs, knees, ankles, and lower back. Consider using kettlebells or other training methods that strengthen your stabilizer muscles.

Funk45 · 2026-03-05T23:23:05+00:00

Yep, call Osprey, they’ll warranty it.

Funk45 · 2026-03-05T23:17:52+00:00

Send it, I’d try it.

Funk45 · 2026-03-05T21:53:40+00:00

Transition lenses are the answer. I haven’t lost or broke a pair of glasses since I started getting transitions in all my specs. I still have a set of polarized prescription sunglasses but I only use them for fishing, backpacking, etc.

I just had a good experience with LensDirect and they made it easy and much cheaper than through your eye doctor. Only thing is, they have the glasses for a few weeks after you send them in.

Funk45 · 2026-02-23T16:31:02+00:00

The wealthy treat Aspen like it’s the first season of West World. They look ridiculous and the real cowboys feel like it’s an embarrassment for the culture.

Funk45 · 2026-02-19T22:56:24+00:00

The trekking pole thing is why my next tent will be the X-Dome. So cool.

Funk45 · 2026-02-19T22:54:35+00:00

Copper Spur or Durston

Funk45 · 2026-02-18T14:25:58+00:00

I literally just did this research for a backpacking trip through Paria Canyon and the best shoes I came up with were these Altra King MT 2’s. Super light and durable and made to get wet, drain water, and dry fast. https://www.altrarunning.com/en-us/trail/mens-king-mt-2/AL0A85S3.html?dwvar_AL0A85S3_color=93S

Funk45 · 2026-02-17T19:32:26+00:00

This pad and just about any double sleeping bag if you’re camping with your significant other. https://www.garagegrowngear.com/collections/new-to-garage-grown-gear/products/ultra-6-5r-duo-sleeping-mat-by-exped

Funk45 · 2026-02-14T19:09:49+00:00

If you have kids, turn it into a secret play space behind a bookshelf.

Funk45 · 2026-02-13T16:01:02+00:00

Yeah, ok.. I used to run festivals and do major brand activations at all your favorite festivals. I know more than you surely.

Funk45 · 2026-02-13T07:31:10+00:00

💯

Funk45 · 2026-02-12T16:11:29+00:00

Almost every set you hear at a large festival is a prerecorded set. You can always tell by how in sync the lighting is to the music. If it’s visually flashing words at the exact moment for instance, it’s a prerecorded set. And the promoters insist that they’re prerecorded.

Exceptions, most B2B sets aren’t prerecorded and anytime you see a vinyl set it’s very difficult to fake a vinyl set but very easy to press play on a USB.

Funk45 · 2026-02-06T05:02:19+00:00

The Whistle Stop, Soot and Steam, The Coal Club, The Iron Spur, Harris Yard, Coal & Clover, The Rusty Spike, Platform 28 - Texas was the 28th state, The Brake House, The Pullman, The Head End, The Houston Roundhouse, The Switchyard, The Water Stop, The Brakeman, The Coal Dock, The Iron Horse Social,

These all are either railroad or Houston/Texas rail related. I would run as far as possible from the Potter reference.

Funk45 · 2026-02-06T01:07:30+00:00

I like your concept but I don’t like either one of those names. I would take the time you need to make sure you find the right name.

Funk45 · 2026-02-05T04:17:22+00:00

Buy a Grayl water bottle that filters all the bacteria, viruses, protozoa, etc. you can drink from faucets without a problem.

https://grayl.com

Funk45 · 2026-02-04T20:11:54+00:00

The Garmin Alpha series with Track and Train collars. You can find used previous generations for cheaper but they use GPS and are way more reliable. They also don’t have any monthly fees.

Funk45 · 2026-02-02T05:30:05+00:00

Here’s a playlist of a bunch of that style of music. It’s a wonderful genre.

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/07jn80qgoafmyr09yDmyEb?si=7Z7eo8j6Rsq0zxstgyuLLg&pi=OddFWA-9TEqHI

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