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20+ years Gear Review – Military Surplus Wool Liner Gloves

Posted onDecember 6, 2023December 6, 2023AuthorPaul Mags3 Comments

As winter approaches, I am reminded of one of the items we use all year around: Surplus wool liner gloves. A long-time favorite for twenty years now and a favorite budget pick for both Joan and I.
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CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, clothing, gear, gear review, gloves, surplus, winter

Ten plus year review – Nemesis Safety Glasses

Posted onNovember 27, 2023November 29, 2023AuthorPaul Mags8 Comments

A review of Nemesis Safety Glasses. Affordable, light, functional, comfortable and durable. And after over ten years of use, perhaps one my favorite pieces of budget gear by far.
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CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, clothing, gear, gear review, Nemesis, sunglasses

The Quiver: A plethora of puffies

Posted onNovember 26, 2023November 29, 2023AuthorPaul Mags10 Comments

The puffies Joan and I use for outdoor use. Updated in November 2023 to feflect both new pieces and input from Joan. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget, car camping, clothing, gear review, Joan West, montbell, nunatak, puffies, surplus, the quiver, winter

Gear Review: Montbell Alpine Light Down Parka

Posted onOctober 16, 2023November 27, 2023AuthorPaul Mags12 Comments

A three-season+ or early winter coat suitable for many different uses—the last of my winter season reviews. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsclothing, down coat, gear review, montbell, puffy, winter

An overlook – Squak Alpha UL

Posted onJune 20, 2023June 25, 2023AuthorPaul Mags7 Comments

A look at the well-designed Alpha direct fleece from the Utah-based Squak Mountain Company. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsclothing, fleece, gear review

Gear Review : Montbell Merino Wool Plus Light Hoodie

Posted onApril 19, 2023May 26, 2023AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A look at the Montbell hoodie that works very well for me as a cold to cool weather top but is too warm for me once the mercury hits ~65F. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsclothing, gear review, montbell, sun protection

Gear review – Lightheart Gear Base Layer Shirt

Posted onJanuary 17, 2023January 17, 2023AuthorJoanLeave a comment

Joan looks at a base layer shirt designed by a woman for women and made in the USA. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsclothing, gear review, Joan West, shirts, thermals

Gear review – Etsy double-knit fleece mittens

Posted onJanuary 11, 2023January 11, 2023AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Another effective budget gear option from Etsy worth taking a look at it. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, clothing, gear review, gloves, winter

Five year review – Silk weight surplus bottoms

Posted onDecember 5, 2022AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

At $20 a pair, 4.75 oz, made with Polartec, the surplus thermals make an excellent bang for the buck for active use in cool weather. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, clothing, gear review, shirts, surplus, thermals

Gear Review – Squak Mountain Co. fleece hoodie

Posted onNovember 22, 2022October 19, 2023AuthorJoanLeave a comment

Joan reviews the $60 Squak Mountain Co grid fleece hoodie. Based out of Utah, it’s a Melly-style hoodie for active use. No appointment is needed to purchase! Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbiking, blaze orange, clothing, fleece, gear review, hunting, Joan West

Solid (Standard) Fleece vs Grid Fleece

Posted onNovember 21, 2022February 26, 2023AuthorPaul Mags3 Comments

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

CategoriesGear, Getting StartedTagsclothing, fleece

One year+ review – Corporate schwag puffy

Posted onFebruary 8, 2022November 26, 2023AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A look at a corporate schwag giveaway puffy. Something I think you’ll find in consignment and thrift stores in the years ahead. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget, clothing, gear review, puffy

Gear review – Montbell UL Thermawrap Parka

Posted onMay 5, 2021November 26, 2023AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A sub-10z synthetic parka that makes an excellent all-around three-season+ for conditions not always dry. And extremely comfy a well! Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsclothing, gear review, montbell, puffy

New gear I liked for 2020

Posted onDecember 31, 2020November 30, 2022AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

With about 90 bag nights this year in all four seasons, we had ample opportunity to try out new gear and replace existing equipment. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsclothing, etsy, gear review, gear we liked, gloves, hats, knives, lights, montbell, nobox, NXN

Dealing with Reynaud’s Syndrome – Gear and techniques

Posted onNovember 23, 2020December 3, 2020AuthorJoan13 Comments

Joan shares some thoughts on gear, techniques, and skills she uses to deal with Reynaud’s Syndrome while in the outdoors. Read More …

CategoriesGear, Getting StartedTagsclothing, gloves, Joan West, winter

Gear review – Boonie Hat 2.0

Posted onSeptember 21, 2020February 10, 2023AuthorPaul Mags6 Comments

I retired my beloved and well-worn boonie hat 6+ months ago. Here’s a look at version 2.0 – wider, lighter, and only $13. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsboonie hat, budget gear, clothing, gear review, hats, sun protection, surplus

Sun hoodie – First impressions

Posted onSeptember 16, 2020June 7, 2023AuthorPaul Mags14 Comments

A wise outdoors person tries out new ideas and techniques. With that in mind, here are my first impressions of trying out a sun hoodie. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsclothing, gear review, sun protection

A look at my shell systems

Posted onAugust 13, 2020December 1, 2020AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

A video that looks over the clothing I use for my shells be it rain or snow. And with a few budget options as well. Read More …

CategoriesGear, VideosTagsbudget gear, clothing, gear review, montbell, rain gear, shell, the quiver, wind shirt, winter

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So we did "Plan B" and went to see some well-known, and always magnificent, places, saw some new places for us, and enjoyed the quiet and stunning canyon on colder December night. 
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The Colorado Sun had a recent and excellent articl The Colorado Sun had a recent and excellent article on the cost of the “free” outdoors, be it gas, permits, and, of course, the gear.
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I applaud any article that shows how expensive the outdoors can get, especially when starting out.
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But it did give me the idea that I could put together a budget day hike kit. Something for three-season conditions in non-technical, if rocky, conditions in Alpine terrain.
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A quick overnighter to a place we enjoy best in th A quick overnighter to a place we enjoy best in the winter months. There is excellent light during this time of the year, few people, and fantastic scenery.
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Outdoor clothing is a tool like anything else. .. Outdoor clothing is a tool like anything else.
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So, I want outdoor clothing that ends up being functional and not necessarily fashionable at the end and will do what is intended. And like any tool, I use different tools for different jobs.
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And my outdoor puffies are no different.
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In 2023, puffies are a “go-to” layer for winter and all seasons. Light, compressible, and capable. Though it is not the ideal layer for all situations, it is unusual for a person not to take this layer overall, especially when on extended backpacking trips during typical three-season conditions.
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And like other clothing or gear, Joan and I tend to have a quiver of puffies for different uses.
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A varied few days of hosting friends in Moab, visi A varied few days of hosting friends in Moab, visiting them later in Escalante and Capitol Reef, and then making our way back home a couple of days earlier due to the weather. It was an excellent Thanksgiving holiday with friends, incredible scenery, and giving us ideas for future jaunts.
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