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Review: “Battle Over Bears Ears” documentary

Posted on November 21, 2018 by Paul Mags — 2 Comments ↓

A PBS documentary that looks over the debate of Bears Ears from a locals viewpoint.

Gear review: Altra Superior 3.5

Posted on October 9, 2018 by Paul Mags — 2 Comments ↓

A very comfortable and light shoe that fits wider toe-boxes well. Not durable, however, and best for maintained trails and non-rough terrain.

Gear review: Salomon X Ultra 3 Hiking Shoes

Posted on October 3, 2018 by Paul Mags — 6 Comments ↓

An all-purpose hiking shoe good for rough trails and conditions in addition to off-trail jaunts. Reminiscent of the old Montrail Hardrocks in many ways.

Review: The High Sierra Trail – A Documentary

Posted on June 16, 2018 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

A review of The High Sierra Trail documentary by Outmersive Films. The HST is a 72-mile path in the Sierra that may be shorter than the more well-known John Muir Trail (JMT), it certainly rivals the JMT in the scenery and variety of terrain.

So I saw THAT movie : A review of “Wild”

Posted on December 26, 2014 by Paul Mags — 4 Comments ↓

Ms A and I had a lovely DINK Christmas and Christmas Eve. As a childless couple, and not traveling for the holidays, we decided to take it easy.

Uniqlo and trail news: Trail Groove Issue 18

Posted on October 17, 2014 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

Another issue of Trail Groove that has some of my articles.

Quick Tip: Campmor Zipper Pulls

Posted on August 19, 2014 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

Another useful little item that is light, cheap and effective: Campmor zipper pulls.

Stumblin’ Thru – Parts One and Two: A review

Posted on August 7, 2014 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

A review of Stumbling Thru and Stumbling Thru Part II by A. Digger Stolz On a silly little podcast I help co-host, an author pitched us and suggested we

Gear review: Hi-Tec Altitudes

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Paul Mags — 2 Comments ↓

A review of the only model of hiking boots I’ve used in over a decade: Hi-Tec Altitudes

Gear Review – Patagonia Lightweight Travel Pack

Posted on July 8, 2012 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

A review of Patagonia’s Lightweight Travel Pack