“To me, the challenge of the rain is worth it. With a decade of experience under my belt exploring the PNW by foot, I’ve mastered what it takes to stay comfortable out here: Lower your expectations, shorten your days, find a good game to play in your tent, stay below treeline, and invest in reliable waterproof gear.” Find Trails EIC Ryan Wichelns’ gear list to enjoy every moment of a PNW rainy season backpacking trip in Issue 9. Photo by Lauren Danilek #gearreview #backpackinggear #backpackingmagazine