rain gear

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 …

A look at my shell systems

Posted onAugust 13, 2020December 1, 2020AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

A video that looks over the clothing I use for my shells be it rain or snow. And with a few budget options as well. Read More …

Long Term Review: Champion Brand Wind Pants (Target)

Posted onDecember 3, 2019December 27, 2022AuthorPaul Mags6 Comments

Some “shell” pants for winter use. Discount store wind pants are inexpensive, light, and effective. And I’ve used the same pair for nearly a decade. 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 …

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 …