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Two+ Year review – LightHeart Gear Fleece Hoodie

Posted onMarch 4, 2025AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A longer term review of the LightHeart Gear micogrid fleece hoodie. Made in the USA, readily avialable, warm and fuzzy, but best for people who run cold or static use. Read More …

CategoriesMusingsTagsclothing, fleece, gear review, Joan West

An overlook -Alpha Squak V2

Posted onJanuary 24, 2025AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

A look at the Alpha Squak V2. The TL;DR – I like the garment itself but I still find Alpha fleece a niche use for my needs. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsclothing, fleece, gear review

Gear review -Zengjo grid fleece hoodie

Posted onNovember 30, 2024December 1, 2024AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

A $20 grid fleece hoodie that’s not as well made as others ones, but a good price for a no-frills piece of kit. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget, clothing, fleece, gear, gear review

Gear review – Coghlan’s Map Compass

Posted onNovember 22, 2024November 22, 2024AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A basic compass at $8 from Coghlan’s but made for them by a navigation company with over 40 years experience. Good quality at a good price! Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, gear, gear review, tools

Gear review – Laek Adventure Towels

Posted onNovember 19, 2024January 5, 2025AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A look at the laek adventure towels – simple, sturdy, quick drying, and absorbent. Awesome for our extended camping trips and times in between backpacking. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagscar camping, clothing, gear review

Gear Review – Salomon X Ultra Pioneer hiking shoes

Posted onSeptember 20, 2024September 20, 2024AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A look at the Salomon X Ultra Pioneer hiking shoes, Call them the “Subaru Outback of hiking shoes.” Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsfootwear, gear, gear review

Gear review – Cyansky L2 Rechargeable Lightweight Headlamp

Posted onSeptember 5, 2024September 5, 2024AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A look at the Cyansky L2 Rechargeable Lightweight Headlamp that fits a more robust niche than general backpacking. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsgear, gear review, lights

Gear review: Topo Terraventure 4 Trail-Running Shoes

Posted onJune 4, 2024June 6, 2024AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

I loved the Ultraventure 3s and now I love the Terraventure 4s even more. An excellent “do it all” shoe for many different conditions. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsfootwear, gear, gear review, review

Fifteen-plus year review – Bison Designs belt

Posted onApril 30, 2024May 1, 2024AuthorPaul Mags1 Comment

Long term look at a humble, but well-made and afforadable, hiking belt. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbelts, clothing, gear review

Pants for trailwork

Posted onApril 24, 2024April 25, 2024AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

The pants I use for trail or related work. One pair for heavier duty or cold weather work and one for lighter duty work or when it’s warm. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, clothing, gear review, pants

Gear Review – The Squak Mountain Co The Swell sun hoodie

Posted onApril 11, 2024April 14, 2024AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A look at the desert use of the Squak Mountain Co sun hoodie. Light, breathes well, and comfortable. Take care when bashing through brush. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsclothing, gear review

Long term review – Flat Stone Cooking Platform (FSCP)

Posted onApril 1, 2024April 4, 2024AuthorPaul Mags5 Comments

A long term review of the Flat Sone Cooking Platform. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsApril Fools, gear review, stove

Ten year gear review: Montbell Superior Down (updated)

Posted onMarch 20, 2024April 26, 2025AuthorPaul Mags9 Comments

A well-designed three-season puffy with a hood that is under 9 oz. I’ve used one version or another of this garment for overa Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsclothing, down coat, gear review, montbell, puffy

Gear Review – The Tractive GPS Tracker

Posted onMarch 4, 2024March 11, 2024AuthorJosh Zapin1 Comment

My good friend Josh review the Tractive GPS ; a device that’ lets pet owners track their furry friend and combines a bit of Strava functionality, too. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagselectronics, gear, gear review

Gear Review – The Squak Mountain Co Woolie

Posted onFebruary 20, 2024April 11, 2024AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

A merino blend, cold weather base layer hoodie with excellent ventilation from Squak Mountain Co. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsclothing, gear review

10+ year gear review – Flytop tent

Posted onJanuary 16, 2024March 24, 2024AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

An off-hand purchase about a decade ago of our current backup/loaner tent makes me think of the place and use of budget gear items. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, gear review, shelters

Gear review: Topo Athletic Ultraventure 3 shoes

Posted onJanuary 7, 2024April 27, 2025AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A look at the Topo Ultraventure 3 shoes. I found these shoes a worth successor to the 2s. I only wish for less flashy color choices! Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsfootwear, gear, gear review, review

20+ years Gear Review – Military Surplus Wool Liner Gloves

Posted onDecember 6, 2023December 6, 2023AuthorPaul Mags4 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

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