No Cushion

Every cold-weather hiking guide says the same thing. Base layer, mid layer, shell. Wick, insulate, block wind. Next topic. The problem? Most guides start at the chest and work their...

Most people start hiking in whatever socks they have. Cotton gym socks, synthetic running socks - socks that come in a six-pack from the discount rack. For the first mile...

Lucky Sulistio's journey from a technician in Bogor, Indonesia to a seasoned mountain guide exemplifies the transformative power of nature and the resilience of the human spirit. Born into a family with modest means, Lucky's early years were shaped by the necessity of work to support himself and his loved ones. His father, a retired teacher, and his mother, a hardworking housewife, instilled in him values of perseverance and determination.