Essay: Mt. Romelo and Buruwisan Falls, ten years later
Almost ten years ago, I climbed Mt. Romelo in an overnight trip that coincided with my 17th birthday. I was
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Author: Gideon Lasco
Gear Review: Deuter Futura 28 Daypack
Deuter Futura 28 Daypack in Tinagong Dagat, Mt. Mandalagan I had the opportunity to try out the Deuter Futura 28
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Altitude sickness in Mt. Kinabalu: How to avoid it and maximize your chances of reaching the summit
by Gideon Lasco, MD This is an article belonging to the ‘climb health‘ category in PinoyMountaineer. The information provided in this
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Sun Postpaid: The good choice in an adventurer’s life
Life is a matter of choice. Being adventurous, being happy, being successful: these things are not a given; but the
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Hiking matters #297: Stok Kangri (6153m) Day 2: From Zingchan to Stok La Base Camp
On Day 2 of our Stok Kangri trek, we proceeded from the initial camp of Zingchan to Stok La Base
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Hiking matters #296: Stok Kangri (6153m) Day 1: From Spituk to Zingchan
After climbing the 5,895-meter Mt. Kilimanjaro last December, I was thrilled with the possibility of pursuing a 6000-meter peak. In
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Gear Review: Inesca Gurka 30 Daypack
The Spanish outdoor products brand Inesca has arrived in the Philippines, and I have been getting feedback and inquiries from
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Hiking matters #289: Outdoor shopping in Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
LEH, INDIA – When I announced to my friends that I was finally going to Kathmandu, their advice was for
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Hiking matters #300: Successful ascent of Stok Kangri (6153m) in Ladakh, Indian Himalayas
LEH, INDIA – I am pleased to announce the success of our hike up Stok Kangri, 6153 MASL, on our
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