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Home »Posts tagged  winter

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The long winter nights – What to do?

Posted onJanuary 7, 2024January 7, 2024AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Winter backpacking means solitude, gorgeous winter light, and long nights. Here’s what Joan and I find works to make those long nights enjoyable. Read More …

CategoriesGetting StartedTagswinter

Dirt Bagger Winter Stove Platform

Posted onDecember 12, 2023April 26, 2025AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

How to build an inexpensive  stove platform for winter backpacking. Bonus: doubles as a heat reflector.
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CategoriesGear, Getting Started, Quick TipsTagsbackpacking, blue foam, budget gear, DIY, gear, heat reflector, myog, quick tip, stove base, stove platform, winter

20+ years Gear Review – Military Surplus Wool Liner Gloves

Posted onDecember 6, 2023December 6, 2023AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

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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CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, clothing, gear, gear review, gloves, surplus, winter

The Quiver: A plethora of puffies

Posted onNovember 26, 2023April 27, 2025AuthorPaul Mags10 Comments

The puffies Joan and I use for outdoor use. Updated in November 2023 to feflect both new pieces and input from Joan. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget, car camping, clothing, gear review, Joan West, montbell, nunatak, puffies, surplus, the quiver, winter

Gear we liked for 2023

Posted onNovember 25, 2023April 27, 2025AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

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 …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, gear we liked, Joan West, montbell, packrafting, surplus, winter

Gear Review: Montbell Alpine Light Down Parka

Posted onOctober 16, 2023December 21, 2023AuthorPaul Mags12 Comments

A three-season+ or early winter coat suitable for many different uses—the last of my winter season reviews. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsclothing, down coat, gear review, montbell, puffy, winter

An overlook – N1-B Mukluks

Posted onApril 27, 2023April 28, 2023AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Budget footwear for cool to cold and dry conditions when in camp. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, footwear, gear review, surplus, winter

Gear review – Etsy double-knit fleece mittens

Posted onJanuary 11, 2023January 11, 2023AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Another effective budget gear option from Etsy worth taking a look at it. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, clothing, gear review, gloves, winter

Toyota Tacoma – Our camping setup

Posted onJanuary 12, 2021July 12, 2022AuthorPaul Mags15 Comments

How we turned our Tacoma into a comfortable place to camp esp during the winter months. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagscamping, road trip, Tacoma, winter

Dealing with Reynaud’s Syndrome – Gear and techniques

Posted onNovember 23, 2020December 3, 2020AuthorJoan13 Comments

Joan shares some thoughts on gear, techniques, and skills she uses to deal with Reynaud’s Syndrome while in the outdoors. Read More …

CategoriesGear, Getting StartedTagsclothing, gloves, Joan West, winter

A look at my shell systems

Posted onAugust 13, 2020December 1, 2020AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

A video that looks over the clothing I use for my shells be it rain or snow. And with a few budget options as well. Read More …

CategoriesGear, VideosTagsbudget gear, clothing, gear review, montbell, rain gear, shell, the quiver, wind shirt, winter

The Quiver – Headwear

Posted onMay 15, 2020May 16, 2020AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

Keeping my noggin warm and protected for various seasons, conditions, and use. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, clothing, gear review, hats, the quiver, winter

Gear Review – SP30 fleece beanie

Posted onMay 12, 2020May 13, 2021AuthorPaul Mags7 Comments

I finally found a simple, effective, and inexpensive “go-to” beanie to replace my beloved MEC fleece hat. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, clothing, gear review, hats, winter

The Quiver – Packs

Posted onApril 20, 2020April 22, 2020AuthorPaul Mags7 Comments

A look at some of the gear I regularly use. This installment of the series is about the packs. Updated April 2020. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsgear review, Gossamer Gear, packs, surplus, the quiver, ULA, winter

The Quiver- Hydration options for backpacking

Posted onApril 15, 2020December 5, 2023AuthorPaul Mags3 Comments

A look at the hydration options I use for hiking and backpacking. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, gear review, the quiver, utah-tip, water containers, winter

Top Ten Backpacking Shelters Of All Time

Posted onApril 8, 2020April 27, 2025AuthorPaul Mags17 Comments

A less orthodox version of these popular top ten lists. Ahem. 😉 Updated April 2020. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagscar camping, gear review, shelters, tents, the quiver, winter

Into The Maze via packraft

Posted onMarch 10, 2020October 13, 2022AuthorPaul Mags3 Comments

A simple video for the more visually inclined about how to cross into the famous Maze District of Canyonlands National Park via packraft at Spanish Bottom. Read More …

CategoriesVideosTagsCanyonlands National Park, packrafting, The Maze, utah, utah-tip, videos, winter

Gear review: NxN Merino Wool Hooded Neck Gaiter

Posted onMarch 9, 2020December 31, 2020AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A look at the versatile North x North’s merino wool hooded neck gaiter. Bonus: Made in the USA Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsclothing, gear review, hats, winter

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