
Desert Rat Sartorial Splendor
Clothing and some gear I’ve been using since October in the desert or desert-like environments. Read More …
Clothing and some gear I’ve been using since October in the desert or desert-like environments. Read More …
A well-rounded, all-purpose winter backpacking down parka that is under-$300. But has many of the features of more expensive winter parkas. Read More …
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. Read More …
Another inexpensive and effective surplus store special. Read More …
Socks. A boring piece gear. But critical. Over the past two years, I’ve become impressed with the Point6 brand. Read More …
The clothing I take for some deep winter, usually multi-day, camping. Read More …
The clothing I bring when winter backpacking. Supplements my winter day use clothing. Read More …
The clothing I wear when out for a day ski tour. Read More …
A grab bag of favorite items that I have consistently used for a variety of outdoor activities. Read More …
Cold and drizzly today in Colorado. Which means I had to grab my favorite hat. Read More …
My well loved and used boonie hat. Read More …
Need some durable, versatile and inexpensive pants for trailwork and other outdoor activities? Consider some military style Battle Dress Uniform (BDU) pants. Read More …
A review of the Paradox DriRelease thermals. Well made, affordable and effective base layers typically found at Costco. Read More …
Another Throwback Thursday look at gear. This time a simple pair of ragg wool socks I’ve used for many ski tour days. Read More …
A long term review of the Minus 33 midweight merino wool layers. They breathe well, they adapt to different temperatures…they just don’t last long. Read More …
A general overlook at puffy jackets. Which type is best for three-season use, general winter use or more extreme environments. Read More …
Some effective pants for ski touring when constantly on the move and above 10 or so in temperature. Read More …
A closer look at the venerable Dachstein boiled wool mittens. Read More …