As winter approaches, I am reminded of one of the items we use all year around: Surplus wool liner gloves. A long-time favorite for twenty years now and a favorite budget pick for both Joan and I.
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The puffies Joan and I use for outdoor use. Updated in November 2023 to feflect both new pieces and input from Joan. Read More …
Our annual look at the pieces of gear and clothing we enjoyed over the past year. A mix of high-end, cottage, budget, and even surplus. Read More …
Budget footwear for cool to cold and dry conditions when in camp. Read More …
At $20 a pair, 4.75 oz, made with Polartec, the surplus thermals make an excellent bang for the buck for active use in cool weather. Read More …
A look over the pieces of gear and clothing that served us well in 2022. Read More …
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 …
A look at some of the gear I regularly use. This installment of the series is about the packs. Updated April 2020. Read More …
Items of gear and clothing that I used consistently over the decade. Read More …
A light layer excellent for cooler three-season conditions. And only $17. A women’s version is also available for $14. Read More …
Some useful items for our Summer 2019 road trip. Read More …
A poncho liner, aka “a woobie”, is another potentially useful tool to have in the gear kit. Read More …
The base clothing I wear for three-season hiking and backpacking. Read More …
A mere $22 for cold weather tops and bottoms comparable to midweight layer offerings from mainstream outdoor companies. Read More …
My three most used brands for outdoor gear and clothing. Based on a BPL discussion. Read More …
Another inexpensive and effective surplus store special. Read More …
The clothing I take for some deep winter, usually multi-day, camping. Read More …
The clothing I bring when winter backpacking. Supplements my winter day use clothing. Read More …