The Quiver: A plethora of puffies
The puffies Joan and I use for outdoor use. Updated in November 2023 to feflect both new pieces and input from Joan. Read More …
Tag: surplus
Gear we liked for 2023
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 …
An overlook – N1-B Mukluks
Budget footwear for cool to cold and dry conditions when in camp. Read More …
Five year review – Silk weight surplus bottoms
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 …
New gear we liked for 2022
A look over the pieces of gear and clothing that served us well in 2022. Read More …
Gear review – Boonie Hat 2.0
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 …
The Quiver – Packs
A look at some of the gear I regularly use. This installment of the series is about the packs. Updated April 2020. Read More …
Top gear of the decade
Items of gear and clothing that I used consistently over the decade. Read More …
Gear review: TSLA 1/4 Zip HyperDri shirt
A light layer excellent for cooler three-season conditions. And only $17. A women’s version is also available for $14. Read More …
Road trip gear all-stars
Some useful items for our Summer 2019 road trip. Read More …
A useful item: Poncho liner
A poncho liner, aka “a woobie”, is another potentially useful tool to have in the gear kit. Read More …
Whatchya Wearing: Three-Season Hiking base clothing
The base clothing I wear for three-season hiking and backpacking. Read More …
Gear review: LWCWUS Thermals (MilSurplus)
A mere $22 for cold weather tops and bottoms comparable to midweight layer offerings from mainstream outdoor companies. Read More …
Top Three Brands for Outdoor Gear and Clothing
My three most used brands for outdoor gear and clothing. Based on a BPL discussion. Read More …
Gear Review: M65 jacket liner
Another inexpensive and effective surplus store special. Read More …
Whatchya Wearing: Winter Camping
The clothing I take for some deep winter, usually multi-day, camping. Read More …
Whatchya Wearing: Winter Backpacking
The clothing I bring when winter backpacking. Supplements my winter day use clothing. Read More …
TBT Gear: Bunny Boots
Another Throw Back Thursday gear edition. The warmest boots around – Extreme Cold Vapor Barrier Boots (Type II) aka Bunny Boots. Read More …