budget gear – PMags.com https://pmags.com Practical advice and musings on the outdoors, hiking, backpacking, ski touring, and camping. Wed, 06 May 2026 19:17:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://pmags.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/cropped-fav-ico-160x160.jpg budget gear – PMags.com https://pmags.com 32 32 81463906 Western Snap shirts vs. Sun Hoodies- Hot and Dry Weather https://pmags.com/western-snap-shirts-vs-sun-hoodie-in-hot-and-dry-weather https://pmags.com/western-snap-shirts-vs-sun-hoodie-in-hot-and-dry-weather#comments Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:14:20 +0000 https://pmags.com/?p=43655 Western Snap shirts vs. Sun Hoodies- Hot and Dry Weather

I’ve tried several sun hoodies over the years. I still find my poly-cotton Western snap shirt works better in hot, dry weather. Here’s why. Read More ...

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A look at some effective sun hoodies for cool to cold weather use. Read More ...

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Our annual roundup of the simple, effective gear that served Joan and me well in 2025 — from shelters and stoves to daypacks, pans, and a few DIY touches. Read More ...

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]]> https://pmags.com/gear-we-liked-for-2025/feed 0 42276 Quick Tip – Kitty litter bucket for camping and river https://pmags.com/quick-tip-kitty-litter-bucket-for-camping-and-river https://pmags.com/quick-tip-kitty-litter-bucket-for-camping-and-river#respond Mon, 17 Nov 2025 23:00:44 +0000 https://pmags.com/?p=42170 Quick Tip – Kitty litter bucket for camping and river

A humble kitty litter bucket beats a $70 “utility bucket” any day—stronger, square, easier to pack, and endlessly useful on river and camp trips. Read More ...

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Car camping serves as a useful introduction to the outdoors for many. And a useful adjunct to other trips for the experienced. How to equip affordably? Updated March 2025. Read More ...

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Our annual summary of "The Gear We Liked" in 2024. A mix of cottage, budget, and even some MYOG courtesy of the talented Joan. Read More ...

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A basic compass at $8 from Coghlan's but made for them by a navigation company with over 40 years experience. Good quality at a good price! Read More ...

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A look at the $14 GADIEMKENSD long-brim foldable nylon "running hat" that works better than a trucker-style hat for me and my needs. Read More ...

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Gatorade bottle is early 2000s, get the full one liter goodness of Arizona iced tea. Read More ...

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The pants I use for trail or related work. One pair for heavier duty or cold weather work and one for lighter duty work or when it's warm. Read More ...

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