Quick Tip: Green soda bottle for alcohol fuel
A simple, effective and safe way to carry denatured alcohol. Read More …
Author: Paul Mags
Presentation gremlins : How to avoid them
Volunteering to give an outdoor based presentation? Great! Here’s how to be prepared and avoid the gremlins that seem to crop up. Read More …
Puffies 101
A general overlook at puffy jackets. Which type is best for three-season use, general winter use or more extreme environments. Read More …
Giving back
More and more work is done by volunteer groups for protecting our wild lands. These groups need our help. Here’s some ways you can give this help. Read More …
Gear Review: C9 (Target) running pants
Some effective pants for ski touring when constantly on the move and above 10 or so in temperature. Read More …
TBT Gear: Dachstein boiled wool mittens
A closer look at the venerable Dachstein boiled wool mittens. Read More …
Quick Tip: Blue foam for changing winter boots
Another great use for the humble scraps of blue foam Read More …
Backcountry ski rigs
The gear I use for various forms of backcountry skiing. Read More …
Just a quiet January weekend
A little skiing. A little hiking. Some winter time outside. Read More …
TBT Gear: Windbreaker anorak
Another TBT item. The simple anorak windbreaker works very well for winter. Read More …
Quick Tip: Lithium batteries for cold weather
In the cold weather, bring some lithium batteries. Read More …
S24O – Lost Lake
Another quick backpack to bring in the New Year. Read More …
Looking over 2015…
The semi-mandatory review of the previous year. Read More …
Website of the week: Minimus.biz
A great website to buy small sized food items perfect for backpacking or camping. Read More …
Snivel Gear
A concept borrowed from the military, some gear I take that is not necessary but can sometimes make the trip more comfortable. Read More …
The three days of Christmas ski touring
Three days of Colorado ski touring over Christmas weekend Read More …
TBT Gear: Candle lantern
Throwback Thursday..gear style! The warm glow of a candle lantern is rediscovered for winter backpacking and camping. Read More …
Gear Review: Open Country 4 Quart Pot
An inexpensive and effective pot for group trips esp in winter. Works well for car camping, too. Read More …