Repair Tape – A quick overview
A quick overview of three popular repair tapes used for outdoor gear repair. Read More …
Tag: gear review
Gear review: Hi-Tec Altitudes
A review of the only model of hiking boots I’ve used in over a decade: Hi-Tec Altitudes
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Backcountry road map guide: Benchmark vs Delorme
There are two standards for backcountry road navigation. The Delorme Atlas and Gazetteer and the Benchmark Road and Recreation Atlas. Which is better? Read More …
Gear Review: SealSkinz Ultra Grip Gloves
A review of SealSkinz Ultra Grip Gloves. Good, well made gloves..but good for what purpose? Read More …
Guide Gear Winter sleeping bag for car camping
The Sportsman Guide house brand -15F sleeping bags are a great bargain for deep winter car camping. Read More …
Gear Review – Timex Indiglo watch
Many people have outdoor watches that do it all. Mine tells the time: the Timex Indiglo.
Gear Review – Merrell Mix Master Move
A review of the Merrell Mix Master Move There was some hiking in “dem dar foothills!” Shoes are a piece of outdoor gear we ask a lot of. We put down miles while schlepping our gear. Our shoes need to Read More …
Gear Review – Land Shark Instant Survival Bag
A review of the Land Shark Instant Survival Bag
Gear Review: ULA Catalyst
A review of the ULA Catalyst backpack Read More …
Gear Review – Balaclava
A gear review of one of the most versatile pieces of outdoor clothing: the balaclava. There are certain pieces of gear and clothing that I have used over the years and have been a constant item in my pack: The Read More …
Gear Review – The Nalgene Cantene
A review of an old warhorse of mine – the Nalgene Cantene Read More …
Gear Review: Vanilla Goji Saquito
A review of Vanilla Goji Saquito
Gear Review: Thrift Store Dress Shirt
A review of my favorite long sleeve hiking shirt: A thrift store polycotton dress shirt. Read More …
Gear Review: Ausangate Socks
Warm, comfy and superb fit: Ausangate Socks
Gear Review: Log House Designs Gaiters
A review of Log House Designs gaiters. Sold at Campmor as Goretex Easy Gaiters II.
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In praise of the original soft shell – Wool Pants
Breathable, warm, repels snow, blocks wind. A miracle piece of clothing that is high in quality and usually $20 or less. The original soft shell – wool pants!
Review – The New Primal Jerky Plus
A review of The New Primal Jerky Plus packs. A tasty mixture of dried fruit, nuts and jerky.
Gear Review – Sno-Seal
Sometimes old school is still the best. My favorite leather treatment is the eighty year old product of Sno-Seal. Read More …