
Review – The Old Spanish Trail film
A look over a documentary about a historical trail that goes through many places where we’ve traveled. And apparently our living room! Read More …
A look over a documentary about a historical trail that goes through many places where we’ve traveled. And apparently our living room! Read More …
A look at a documentary on the “Uinta Highline Trail” by Outmersive Films. Read More …
Less of a gear review and more about thoughts about having the right gear for what we are doing and works well for us. Read More …
Altra came out with some shoes perfect for off-trail jaunts on the Colorado Plateau. Read More …
A PBS documentary that looks over the debate of Bears Ears from a locals viewpoint. Read More …
A very comfortable and light shoe that fits wider toe-boxes well. Not durable, however, and best for maintained trails and non-rough terrain. Read More …
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. Read More …
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. Read More …
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. We had a wonderful meal at a local restaurant followed Read More …
Another issue of Trail Groove that has some of my articles.
Another useful little item that is light, cheap and effective: Campmor zipper pulls. Read More …
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 review his book. It was a book about an Appalachian Read More …
A review of the only model of hiking boots I’ve used in over a decade: Hi-Tec Altitudes
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A review of Patagonia’s Lightweight Travel Pack
A review of The Ultimate Hiker’s Gear Guide by Andrew Skurka. A guide that is aimed towards the backpacker that wishes to hike more and camp a bit less.
A review of the GoLite Tumalo rain jacket. Read More …
When backpacking, a cook pot should be simple. Something light, large enough to boil water, compact and gets the job done. Go to an REI or similar store and you will sometimes see this type of pot…for a price! Luckily, Read More …
Need a lightweight tent that is spacious for two, sturdy and does not feel too minimalist? Take a look at the Six Moon Designs Lunar Duo. Read More …