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Puffies 101

Posted onJanuary 19, 2016April 25, 2025AuthorPaul Mags5 Comments

A general overlook at puffy jackets. Which type is best for three-season use, general winter use or more extreme environments. Read More …

Gear Review: C9 (Target) running pants

Posted onJanuary 15, 2016April 26, 2025AuthorPaul Mags6 Comments

Some effective pants for ski touring when constantly on the move and above 10 or so in temperature. Read More …

TBT Gear: Dachstein boiled wool mittens

Posted onJanuary 14, 2016February 4, 2021AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

A closer look at the venerable Dachstein boiled wool mittens. Read More …

Quick Tip: Blue foam for changing winter boots

Posted onJanuary 13, 2016November 10, 2021AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

Another great use for the humble scraps of blue foam Read More …

Backcountry ski rigs

Posted onJanuary 12, 2016April 26, 2025AuthorPaul Mags11 Comments

The gear I use for various forms of backcountry skiing. Read More …

TBT Gear: Windbreaker anorak

Posted onJanuary 7, 2016April 25, 2025AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

Another TBT item. The simple anorak windbreaker works very well for winter. Read More …

Snivel Gear

Posted onDecember 29, 2015November 25, 2023AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A concept borrowed from the military, some gear I take that is not necessary but can sometimes make the trip more comfortable. Read More …

TBT Gear: Candle lantern

Posted onDecember 24, 2015April 25, 2025AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Throwback Thursday..gear style! The warm glow of a candle lantern is rediscovered for winter backpacking and camping. Read More …

Gear Review: Open Country 4 Quart Pot

Posted onDecember 23, 2015April 25, 2025AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

An inexpensive and effective pot for group trips esp in winter. Works well for car camping, too. Read More …

Outdoor coats for everyday use

Posted onDecember 15, 2015November 21, 2018AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

Some outdoor clothing that works for everyday use. Read More …

TBT Gear: Campmor 0F Down Bag

Posted onDecember 10, 2015April 25, 2025AuthorPaul Mags11 Comments

A look at the venerable Campmor 0F down bag. The Campmor house brand bags were known as good budget bags. Read More …

Gear Review: Sierra Sniveller quilt

Posted onNovember 18, 2015November 25, 2023AuthorPaul Mags7 Comments

A long term review of the Jacks ‘R’ Better No Sniveller quilt. Read More …

Gear pick of the year 2015 – Contigo coffee mug

Posted onNovember 10, 2015July 20, 2025AuthorPaul Mags1 Comment

My gear pick of the year: Contigo coffee mug from Costco! Read More …

Cotton kills?

Posted onNovember 3, 2015November 17, 2023AuthorPaul Mags6 Comments

Does cotton really kill in the backcountry? Maybe. Sometimes. It depends. Read More …

Gear Review: 100 weight fleece pullover

Posted onOctober 15, 2015May 12, 2026AuthorPaul Mags15 Comments

Perhaps the most versatile piece of clothing I own: My 100 weight fleece pullover. Read More …

The Quiver- Stoves

Posted onAugust 18, 2015November 17, 2023AuthorPaul Mags1 Comment

A look at the stoves I use for backpacking and camping. Read More …

Quick Tip: Ziplock bag wallet

Posted onJuly 28, 2015March 13, 2017AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

A Ziplock bag for a wallet seems obvious. But then I saw a review for a $35 hiker wallet. Perhaps the idea is not obvious after all. Read More …

Quick Tip: Frisbee as a camp dinner plate

Posted onJuly 21, 2015November 25, 2023AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

The humble frisbee makes a great dinner plate for camping: light, durable, inexpensive and effective. Read More …