Quick Tip: Ziplock bag wallet
A Ziplock bag for a wallet seems obvious. But then I saw a review for a $35 hiker wallet. Perhaps the idea is not obvious after all. Read More …
A Ziplock bag for a wallet seems obvious. But then I saw a review for a $35 hiker wallet. Perhaps the idea is not obvious after all. Read More …
Light, functional and inexpensive rain gear: Frogg Toggs UltraLite2 Rain Suit (DriDucks) Read More …
An inexpensive, light and durable alternative to traditional tent stakes. Read More …
A sub-one ounce canister stove that may be a good option for solo backpackers. Read More …
A closer look at some wonderful bargain puffy pants from your local military surplus dealer. Read More …
Another TBT gear – The Photon II keychain light Read More …
What is the real difference between gear in terms of price. Do you really get what you pay for? As always: It all depends. Read More …
My gear pick of the year for 2014: Scraps left over from a blue foam pad! Read More …
Another quick tip just in time for the coming season. Read More …
A quick winter tip for keeping the feet warm in single digit temps. Read More …
A surprisingly versatile invention that is well over seventy years old at this point: The p38 and p51 can openers.
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Outdoor stores are expensive. Places that aren’t outdoor stores but sell outdoor gear aren’t. Here’s some surprising places to buy outdoor gear. Read More …
A review of my favorite long sleeve hiking shirt: A thrift store polycotton dress shirt. Read More …
The unlikely place to get high quality outdoor gear and clothing for a good price: Costco! Read More …
For flat or moderate terrain, a gear sled is a great way to haul in gear. Here’s how to build a simple gear sled without breaking the bank. Read More …
Military surplus gear for the outdoor enthusiast. Besides being affordable, some of it is surprisingly light and similar to civilian gear. Read More …
Another dirt-bagger gear review of an unlikely item for the outdoors: Dancing warm up pants! Read More …
A review of that staple of sun, light rain and snow protection AND sartorial splendor: The Boonie Hat .