clothing

Gear review: Altra Superior 3.5

Posted on October 9, 2018 by Paul Mags — 2 Comments ↓

A very comfortable and light shoe that fits wider toe-boxes well. Not durable, however, and best for maintained trails and non-rough terrain.

Gear Review: Montbell Versalite

Posted on October 4, 2018 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

A light, functional, and effective jacket that packs a lot of features in a 6 oz package. Including pit zips!

Rain Gear – What To Wear?

Posted on October 4, 2018 by Paul Mags — 1 Comment ↓

Which rain gear or shell to wear? Depending on the conditions, one piece of gear may be better than another. Updated October 2018.

Gear review: Salomon X Ultra 3 Hiking Shoes

Posted on October 3, 2018 by Paul Mags — 6 Comments ↓

An all-purpose hiking shoe good for rough trails and conditions in addition to off-trail jaunts. Reminiscent of the old Montrail Hardrocks in many ways.

Desert Rat Sartorial Splendor

Posted on April 25, 2018 by Paul Mags — 4 Comments ↓

Clothing and some gear I’ve been using since October in the desert or desert-like environments.

Gear Review: Montbell Frostline Parka

Posted on January 3, 2018 by Paul Mags — 2 Comments ↓

A well-rounded, all-purpose winter backpacking down parka that is under-$300. But has many of the features of more expensive winter parkas.

Solid (Standard) Fleece vs Grid Fleece

Posted on January 2, 2018 by Paul Mags — 2 Comments ↓

What are the functional differences between grid and solid (standard) fleece?

The Great Eight – Pieces of timeless gear

Posted on May 26, 2017 by Paul Mags — 8 Comments ↓

Key items of gear and clothing that have stood the test of time for me. My outdoor trips often take all or some of these items.

Gear Review: M65 jacket liner

Posted on April 13, 2017 by Paul Mags — 4 Comments ↓

Another inexpensive and effective surplus store special.

Gear review: Point6 light mini-crew socks

Posted on April 7, 2017 by Paul Mags — 1 Comment ↓

Socks. A boring piece gear. But critical. Over the past two years, I’ve become impressed with the Point6 brand.