TBT Gear : REI Hoodoo 3
A very large, no longer made “ultralight backpacking shelter” that I would never take backpacking. But works well for base camp. Read More …
Category: Gear
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Lightweight Backpacking: REI Style
Going lightweight (sub-20lbs) with typical gear and clothing from REI. Read More …
New Fangled Ultralight Backpacking
This lightweight “backpacking fad” is not that new or a fad. Despite what some people may state. Read More …
TBT Gear: Feathered Friends Hummingbird
I am loaning out this classic sleeping bag for a little bit. Some musings on why a sleeping bag or quilt is not an item to dirt bag if the budget permits. Read More …
TBT Gear: SMD Wild Oasis
A look back at an older shelter that is very versatile. And one I am thinking of cycling back in for some planned trips with possible mixed conditions. Read More …
Gear Review – Chainmate Pocket Chainsaw
A relatively light, very portable, effective, and just plain fun tool for trail maintenance. With some loppers and a Silky, a good basic tool kit is complete. Read More …
Gear review: Bank line for cord
A strong and inexpensive alternative to both paracord and traditional outdoor accessory cord. Read More …
Gear review: Lightspeed Camp Sleep Pad
Long term review of a sleeping pad typically sold at Costco in the spring and summer. Comfortable, high R-value, durable, and reasonable in price. Read More …
Long term review – ALPS Mountaineering Table
If you camp in off-the-beaten-places, a good table is helpful. Here is one portable, durable, and excellent option. Read More …
Ripstop Sail Repair Tape : Long term review
A light, durable, pliable, and useful repair tape to add to the kit. Read More …
The Great Eight – Pieces of timeless gear
Key items of gear and clothing that have stood the test of time for me. My outdoor trips often take all or some of these items. Read More …
Gear evolution for backpacking: Then vs. Now
What gear I take for three-season backpacking trips, or even how I backpack, has evolved over the years. Here are some differences from now vs. then. Read More …
Gear Review: M65 jacket liner
Another inexpensive and effective surplus store special. Read More …
Gear review: Point6 light mini-crew socks
Socks. A boring piece gear. But critical. Over the past two years, I’ve become impressed with the Point6 brand. Read More …
Gear review: Zpacks Multipack
A simple, light, and versatile pack that makes a good camera bag. Read More …
Minimalist backpacking via Clint Eastwood
Going lightweight means going minimalist. Take some lessons from a Clint Eastwood movie. Take what you need. And then go. Read More …
Be a gear hobbyist!
Just some thoughts on gear as a hobby. Read More …
Website of the week: Fakespot
Fakespot helps sort the dross from the gems regarding lower priced gear and clothing for the outdoors. Read More …