Sam McAuliffe
Fastpacking - What is it and what do you need?
For ease of understanding and to make it as widely accessible as possible, I like to think of fastpacking as: multi-day bushwalking, where you run a bit. Of course, for some people, “a bit” might be the whole way, for others it will be short sections here and there. For the most part it doesn’t matter. Unless you’re trying to set an FKT (fastest known time) on a particular route, fastpacking isn’t really a competition sport. It’s a novel way to see the world.
La Sportiva Mutant Review
Read what Bogong staff member Sam thought of the La Sportiva Mutant trail runner after putting them to the test.
Salomon Bonatti Rain Jacket Review
Bogong staff member Sam reviews this lightweight jacket designed primarily for trail running, but is also appropriate for cycling, day walks and minimalist multi-day hikes.
La Sportiva Auster Trail Running Shorts Review
Trail runner Sam picks apart the La Sportiva Auster Shorts, explaining why they’re different from other running shorts and why they’re always the pair he’ll reach for ahead of a trail run.
Trail Running Belts and Running Vests – How Much Volume Do You Need?
Staff trail runner Sam looks at some running vest and running belt options and what they’re used for.
Trail Running: How to fuel yourself during an endurance event
Our resident academic, Sam, explains how to fuel on a trail run.