Gear review – Etsy double-knit fleece mittens
Another effective budget gear option from Etsy worth taking a look at it. Read More …
Tag: gloves
Rain mitt #4 – Swiss Army vinyl rain mitts
Another inexpensive and effective mitten option for cold and wet use that also allows easy layering. Read More …
Rain Mitt #3 – Biohazard mitts
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 …
Glove in Hand – Layering for Cold Weather
A fair amount of people ask what to wear on the hands for cool and cold weather hiking. Here’s my take.
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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 …
Whatchya Wearing: Winter Backpacking
The clothing I bring when winter backpacking. Supplements my winter day use clothing. Read More …
Whatchya Wearing: Nordic touring
The clothing I wear when out for a day ski tour. Read More …
TBT Gear: Dachstein boiled wool mittens
A closer look at the venerable Dachstein boiled wool mittens. 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 …
Gear Review – Military Surplus Wool Liner Gloves
As winter approaches, I am reminded of one of the items I use all year around: Surplus wool liner gloves.
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