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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

Review: The Ultimate Hiker’s Gear Guide

Posted on June 19, 2012 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

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.

Gear Review – GoLite Tumalo

Posted on November 6, 2011 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

A review of the GoLite Tumalo rain jacket.

Gear Review – AntiGravityGear 3 Cup Aluminum Non-Stick Cook Pot

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

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