sun protection

Gear Review : Montbell Merino Wool Plus Light Hoodie

Posted onApril 19, 2023May 26, 2023AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A look at the Montbell hoodie that works very well for me as a cold to cool weather top but is too warm for me once the mercury hits ~65F. Read More …

Sun protection techniques

Posted onNovember 8, 2022February 10, 2023AuthorPaul Mags3 Comments

Some of the gear, clothing, and techniques we use for sun protection when hiking and backpacking. Read More …

Gear review – Boonie Hat 2.0

Posted onSeptember 21, 2020February 10, 2023AuthorPaul Mags6 Comments

I retired my beloved and well-worn boonie hat 6+ months ago. Here’s a look at version 2.0 – wider, lighter, and only $13. Read More …

Sun hoodie – First impressions

Posted onSeptember 16, 2020September 29, 2020AuthorPaul Mags14 Comments

A wise outdoors person tries out new ideas and techniques. With that in mind, here are my first impressions of trying out a sun hoodie. 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 …