Lightweight Backpacking: REI Style
Going lightweight (sub-20lbs) with typical gear and clothing from REI. Read More …
Tag: gear list
New Fangled Ultralight Backpacking
This lightweight “backpacking fad” is not that new or a fad. Despite what some people may state. Read More …
The Great Eight – Pieces of timeless gear
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 …
Useful items for the outdoors person
A grab bag of favorite items that I have consistently used for a variety of outdoor activities. Read More …
Winter Backpacking – A fourth season delight
An introductory overview to winter backpacking. Read More …
Backcountry ski repair kit
A simple, functional utilitarian kit for backcountry ski repair. For snowshoeing, too. Read More …
Post-Trip Gear List
A few luxury items for after the trip makes the drive home a little more pleasant. Makes a nice transition between the outdoors and home time, too. Read More …
Backpacking: A Beginners Primer
A primer I wrote for people new to backpacking. With a beginners backpacking gear list, too. Read More …
Introduction to Snowshoeing Basics
An article on the introduction to snowshoeing basics for enjoying this wonderful winter past time! Covers clothing, gear, the layering principle, a snowshoeing gear checklist and wool vs. synthetics comparison. Read More …
Day Hiking in Colorado
So you wanna hike in Colorado? An early morning walk is a blessing for the whole day. –Thoreau Welcome to Colorado! During your visit, you will have an opportunity to explore the mountains of Colorado. Hiking in Colorado is a Read More …
The Evolving Gear List : 1997 – 2006
Over the years my base pack weight has become lighter and lighter. It took many miles and years of tinkering to get to this point, though! I have been asked if I had gear lists for the different trails I’ve Read More …