Adam Paashaus is a AMGA SPI certified rock climbing instructor, father of two adventurous girls (5/8), and DIY builder of all things from minimalist running sandals to converting a 40' retired school bus (skoolie) for his family's adventure-mobile/tiny house. He has worked in various parts of the outdoor industry since 2001 from sales to buying to guiding. Adam was most recently the lead climbing instructor for a local branch of a national outdoor school before leaving to start a long term road trip with his family in their skoolie.
Adam has a passion for adventuring with his family all across the US. He started backpacking in the 90s and found rock climbing while working a summer job in Yosemite in 2001. He then took his climbing passion home to the old school traditional climbing areas of western North Carolina. Since then, has spent time climbing all throughout the US, from the sandstone of southern Utah to the Granite of Lumpy Ridge, Yosemite, and Index, to the Gunks in New York. Adam's adventures also include long distance backpacking in the Sierras, ultrarunning, and an especially challenging canyon trip with his wife and two daughters. He prides himself on showing his girls a life of adventure,chasing those awe inspiring moments. Adam believes that we are all capable of more than we think, even kids, and seeks out opportunities to let his girls find the empowerment in overcoming discomfort and adversity in the outdoors.
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Best Rock Climbing Shoes for Kids of 2023
With a lack of thorough kids' climbing shoe reviews, we researched over 40 of the top models, purchasing the best 6 to...
Best Climbing Harness for Kids of 2023
Looking for a new climbing harness for a kid crusher in your life? Our expert testers spent months putting 10 of the...
Best Slackline of 2023
Looking to upgrade your current rig or new to slacklining? We tested 12 of the highest-ranked slacklines on the market...
Best Fleece Jackets for Men of 2023
Looking for a new fleece for the colder months? We purchased the top 11 fleece jackets and rigorously tested them to...
Best Backpacking Backpacks of 2023
Over the past decade, we've spent hundreds of days testing 15 of the best backpacking packs to give you the needed...
Best Down Jackets of 2023
Our experts reviewed twelve mid and lightweight down jackets to find the best fitting, the warmest, and the most...
Editors' Choice
Granite Gear Blaze 60 Review
The Blaze 60 is a sweet pack that checks all the right boxes. It's super-light and can carry a heavy load comfortably...
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REI Co-op Flash 55 Review
The REI Flash 55 is an affordable, comfortable, lightweight, versatile backpack. We wouldn't want this pack for long...
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Osprey Atmos 65 AG Review
This pack notable for its comfort, incredible set of features, and its exceptional ventilation. The Anti-Gravity frame...
How to Choose a Down Jacket
This article helps you decide which down jacket is the perfect one for you by going into much greater depth about the...
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Arc'teryx Cerium SL Hoody Review
A go-to piece for cold weather missions when you are going light, this high-end down hoody is top-notch and our first...
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Ultralight Adventure Equipment Catalyst Review
ULA has been a favorite with long-distance hikers since debuting in 2001. The Catalyst is an extremely lightweight...
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Patagonia R1 Hoody Review
This mountain wear staple provides all the features you'd want in a technical piece with plenty of comfort...
How to Choose the Right Backpacking Backpack
We want to make it easy for you to find the right pack for your next adventure. If you need help sorting through your...
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The North Face Campshire Hoodie Review
We can't overstate the comfort of the Campshire Hoody. Our testers love lounging around camp in this soft, wooly...
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