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Gear Review – SP30 fleece beanie

Posted onMay 12, 2020May 13, 2021AuthorPaul Mags7 Comments

I finally found a simple, effective, and inexpensive “go-to” beanie to replace my beloved MEC fleece hat. Read More …

Gear Review – Wrangler Nylon Pants

Posted onApril 24, 2020January 11, 2022AuthorPaul Mags7 Comments

Inexpensive nylon travel and hiking pants with traditional “work pants” style aesthetics. Read More …

Gear review: NxN Merino Wool Hooded Neck Gaiter

Posted onMarch 9, 2020December 31, 2020AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A look at the versatile North x North’s merino wool hooded neck gaiter. Bonus: Made in the USA Read More …

Gear review: TSLA 1/4 Zip HyperDri shirt

Posted onDecember 20, 2019December 4, 2022AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

A light layer excellent for cooler three-season conditions. And only $17. A women’s version is also available for $14. Read More …

Long Term Review: Champion Brand Wind Pants (Target)

Posted onDecember 3, 2019December 27, 2022AuthorPaul Mags6 Comments

Some “shell” pants for winter use. Discount store wind pants are inexpensive, light, and effective. And I’ve used the same pair for nearly a decade. Read More …

My day pack – what I have prepacked

Posted onOctober 16, 2019April 26, 2025AuthorPaul Mags3 Comments

Rather than accidentally forget the gear, I always have my ~3 lb daypack pre-staged. Here’s what’s in my day pack. Read More …

Gear Review: Six Moon Designs Silver Shadow carbon umbrella

Posted onSeptember 19, 2019December 9, 2024AuthorJoan12 Comments

Joan reviews this 6.8 oz (193g) carbon fiber shaft umbrella after many miles of hiking in Utah, Nevada, and on the PCT. Read More …

Gear review: Kuhl Renegade Pants

Posted onMay 29, 2019April 26, 2025AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

Time to put up or shut up. How much better do I find the $90 hiking pants vs. the $30 pants I’ve worn for many days and miles over the past two years? Read More …

Re-thinking long gaiters

Posted onMay 7, 2019April 26, 2025AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

I don’t use long gaiters for three-season backpacking. But I know people who do. And here’s why. Read More …

20 Year Long Term Review: Discount Store Running Shorts

Posted onApril 9, 2019April 26, 2025AuthorPaul Mags9 Comments

I’ve seen 50+ comment threads on shorts to get for hiking. So here’s my suggestion. Discount shorts. Sub-$20. They work. Read More …

Long Term Review: ExOfficio Give-N-Go Boxer

Posted onMarch 15, 2019March 19, 2019AuthorPaul Mags6 Comments

A look at a mundane, but important, article of clothing. Read More …

Gear considerations for Utah hiking

Posted onFebruary 13, 2019April 26, 2025AuthorPaul Mags6 Comments

Some considerations for gear, and technique, that I found useful for Utah. Read More …

Whatchya Wearing: Three-Season Hiking base clothing

Posted onFebruary 7, 2019November 25, 2023AuthorPaul Mags3 Comments

The base clothing I wear for three-season hiking and backpacking. Read More …

Quick tip: A drying rack – Get one!

Posted onFebruary 1, 2019April 17, 2019AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

Inexpensive, reliable, useful, and makes your clothing last longer. Read More …

Gear review: UBTech Travel Pants

Posted onDecember 27, 2018April 26, 2025AuthorPaul Mags11 Comments

The UBTech Travel Pants are a less expensive alternative to the popular prAna Zion pants. Here’s a review based on over a year of hard use. Read More …

Gear review: LWCWUS Thermals (MilSurplus)

Posted onDecember 18, 2018December 8, 2025AuthorPaul Mags1 Comment

A mere $22 for cold weather tops and bottoms comparable to midweight layer offerings from mainstream outdoor companies. Read More …

Gear Review: Kinco Alyeska 5230 Mittens

Posted onDecember 7, 2018June 24, 2021AuthorPaul Mags8 Comments

Some inner mittens for cold weather activities that are durable, reasonably light, effective, inexpensive and, most importantly, sized correctly for my shell and liner use. Read More …