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Gear review – Etsy double-knit fleece mittens

Posted onJanuary 11, 2023January 11, 2023AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Another effective budget gear option from Etsy worth taking a look at it. Read More …

Rain mitt #4 – Swiss Army vinyl rain mitts

Posted onFebruary 17, 2021April 25, 2021AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

Another inexpensive and effective mitten option for cold and wet use that also allows easy layering. Read More …

Rain Mitt #3 – Biohazard mitts

Posted onFebruary 3, 2021April 25, 2021AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

These biohazard liner mittens are inexpensive, waterproof, and light at 1 oz a pair. I think they’ll work best for occasional three-season use. Read More …

Rain mitt #2 – Frogwear 8490MT

Posted onJanuary 26, 2021November 30, 2022AuthorPaul Mags11 Comments

Continuing to look for the ideal pair of rain mitts for my use. The second option ends up as extremely weatherproof, warm, and only $18. Read More …

Rain mitt search #1 – Decathlon overglove

Posted onJanuary 25, 2021April 25, 2021AuthorPaul Mags6 Comments

Looking for my ideal rain mitt. Here’s one option I’ve used – The $17 Decathlon Trek 500 Overglove (mitt). With an intro to the thoughts behind this series. Read More …

New gear I liked for 2020

Posted onDecember 31, 2020November 30, 2022AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

With about 90 bag nights this year in all four seasons, we had ample opportunity to try out new gear and replace existing equipment. Read More …

Dealing with Reynaud’s Syndrome – Gear and techniques

Posted onNovember 23, 2020December 3, 2020AuthorJoan13 Comments

Joan shares some thoughts on gear, techniques, and skills she uses to deal with Reynaud’s Syndrome while in the outdoors. Read More …

Etsy – lightweight, inexpensive, and useful gear

Posted onFebruary 13, 2020February 4, 2021AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

Etsy often means tchotchkes for oddball things. But it also offers a surprising array of backpacking items from individuals or small businesses. Read More …

Quick Tip: Dishwashing gloves for rain

Posted onOctober 2, 2019March 21, 2023AuthorPaul Mags1 Comment

A budget item that is readily available for keeping your hands warm and dry in cold rain. 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 …