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The Quiver: A plethora of puffies

Posted onNovember 26, 2023November 29, 2023AuthorPaul Mags10 Comments

The puffies Joan and I use for outdoor use. Updated in November 2023 to feflect both new pieces and input from Joan. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget, car camping, clothing, gear review, Joan West, montbell, nunatak, puffies, surplus, the quiver, winter

Gear we liked for 2023

Posted onNovember 25, 2023November 26, 2023AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

Our annual look at the pieces of gear and clothing we enjoyed over the past year. A mix of high-end, cottage, budget, and even surplus. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, gear we liked, Joan West, montbell, packrafting, surplus, winter

Completion of a dream

Posted onJuly 21, 2023July 21, 2023AuthorPaul Mags5 Comments

“I finally completed all 2650 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail. I started in 2014, and this was my last of five long section hikes” . Joan continues to amaze me. A dream fulfilled. Looking forward to seeing her Saturday. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsJoan West, Pacific Crest Trail

Gear review – Lightheart Gear Base Layer Shirt

Posted onJanuary 17, 2023January 17, 2023AuthorJoanLeave a comment

Joan looks at a base layer shirt designed by a woman for women and made in the USA. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsclothing, gear review, Joan West, shirts, thermals

New gear we liked for 2022

Posted onNovember 30, 2022October 17, 2023AuthorPaul Mags6 Comments

A look over the pieces of gear and clothing that served us well in 2022. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbiking, budget gear, gear we liked, Joan West, lightheart gear, Six Moon Designs, surplus

Gear Review – Squak Mountain Co. fleece hoodie

Posted onNovember 22, 2022October 19, 2023AuthorJoanLeave a comment

Joan reviews the $60 Squak Mountain Co grid fleece hoodie. Based out of Utah, it’s a Melly-style hoodie for active use. No appointment is needed to purchase! Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbiking, blaze orange, clothing, fleece, gear review, hunting, Joan West

New gear we liked for 2021

Posted onDecember 14, 2021October 17, 2023AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

We did not buy or have a chance to try out much new gear or clothing this past year. Instead, we replaced worn-out items with a few exceptions. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsgear we liked, Joan West, shelters, Six Moon Designs, sleeping bag, sleeping pads

Pee rag – Kula Cloth vs. cotton bandanna

Posted onSeptember 14, 2021September 15, 2021AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

With over six months of active use, Joan looks at the well-known Kula Cloth and compares it to the more budget-minded bandanna from the past decade-plus of use. Read More …

CategoriesGetting StartedTagsgear review, health, hygiene, Joan West, LNT

Right on Trek Meal Planning – Two Views

Posted onApril 27, 2021April 29, 2021AuthorPaul Mags5 Comments

Looking at the RightOnTrek meals and meal planning shopping. I loved the logistic part; Joan liked the variety. Includes a code for a free meal and discounts. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsfood, gear review, Joan West

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 …

CategoriesGear, Getting StartedTagsclothing, gloves, Joan West, winter

How to make staying local into a #epicadventure

Posted onSeptember 15, 2020October 8, 2020AuthorJoan2 Comments

Joan shares five tips on how to find joy in the local areas. Read More …

CategoriesMusingsTagscovid 19, Joan West, keep it local, Wilderness Ethics

Sleeping systems – Joan’s Picks

Posted onAugust 31, 2020December 14, 2021AuthorJoan4 Comments

Joan’s thoughts on sleeping systems for winter, cowboy camping, hammock camping, and more and what works best for her. Read More …

CategoriesGear, Getting StartedTagsJoan West, quil, sleeping bag, sleeping pads, wintert

Thoughts on hiking solo

Posted onJanuary 24, 2020January 24, 2020AuthorJoan17 Comments

Joan shares some thoughts on her solo hiking experience. Read More …

CategoriesGetting Started, MusingsTagsJoan West, solo

What’s in your mail drop?

Posted onOctober 30, 2019October 30, 2019AuthorJoan5 Comments

Joan details what she places in her maildrops for long hikes and why. With a focus on her cold food (no stove) strategy.

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CategoriesGear, Getting StartedTagsfood, Joan West, mail drops

Hands-free umbrella rigging

Posted onSeptember 23, 2019November 8, 2022AuthorJoan12 Comments

Joan shares her techniques for using an umbrella hands-free. Bonus: She also shares some unique, and colorful, alternative uses for an umbrella, too! Read More …

CategoriesGear, Getting StartedTagsDIY, Joan West, rain gear, sun protection, umbrella, utah-tip

Gear Review: Six Moon Designs Silver Shadow carbon umbrella

Posted onSeptember 19, 2019October 17, 2023AuthorJoan12 Comments

Joan reviews this 6.8 oz (193g) carbon fiber shaft umbrella after many miles of hiking in Utah, Nevada, and on the PCT. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsclothing, gear review, Joan West, rain gear, Six Moon Designs, sun protection, umbrella, utah-tip

Introducing something new: guest posts from Joan

Posted onSeptember 18, 2019October 17, 2023AuthorPaul Mags3 Comments

I am pleased to announce that Joan plans to contribute some articles on a regular basis. Read More …

CategoriesPMags NewsTagsJoan West

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Outdoor clothing is a tool like anything else. .. Outdoor clothing is a tool like anything else.
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So, I want outdoor clothing that ends up being functional and not necessarily fashionable at the end and will do what is intended. And like any tool, I use different tools for different jobs.
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And my outdoor puffies are no different.
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In 2023, puffies are a “go-to” layer for winter and all seasons. Light, compressible, and capable. Though it is not the ideal layer for all situations, it is unusual for a person not to take this layer overall, especially when on extended backpacking trips during typical three-season conditions.
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And like other clothing or gear, Joan and I tend to have a quiver of puffies for different uses.
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A cold Sunday after traveling a bit means a favori A cold Sunday after traveling a bit means a favorite hike not far from our home.
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A varied few days of hosting friends in Moab, visi A varied few days of hosting friends in Moab, visiting them later in Escalante and Capitol Reef, and then making our way back home a couple of days earlier due to the weather. It was an excellent Thanksgiving holiday with friends, incredible scenery, and giving us ideas for future jaunts.
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Our annual look at the pieces of gear and clothing Our annual look at the pieces of gear and clothing we enjoyed over the past year. A mix of high-end, cottage, budget, and even surplus.
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@ramblinghemlock and I met with @hollywoulddream a @ramblinghemlock and I met with @hollywoulddream and @danielgarey for a swell weekend of camping, hiking, catching up, and seeing some stunning images.
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Two nights of camping, a night of backpacking, mee Two nights of camping, a night of backpacking, meeting up with friends, and hiking with goats!. We saw places we've seen before and places new to us. I particularly found a hand intention into the mortar intriguing - The craft echoes back to the present time.
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