Stoves for camping
Car camping, road tripping, doing trail work or even a trailhead bivy? Here’s an overview of stoves that may work. Read More …
Category: Gear
The most popular topic of the outdoors it seems.
TBT Gear: Gossamer Gear Rukus
An odd pack that is “neither fish nor fowl”, but ends up being surprisingly useful. Read More …
Quick Tip: Ammo boxes for caching
Caching food or other supplies for off-the-beaten trips or even convenience? Surplus ammo boxes are an inexpensive and easy way cache these supplies. Read More …
Quick Tip: Pull tab guyline tensioner
Make a guyline tensioner out of pull tab from a can. Light, cheap and easy to use. Read More …
TBT Gear: Cast iron cookware
It is Throwback Thursday with a look at cast iron cook gear! The old school cookware that is suitable for in home or camp. Read More …
Quick Tip: Test strip containers for storage
Empty glucose test strip containers for diabetes work well for misc. hiking, camping, backpacking and even geocaching storage. Read More …
Gear review: Paradox DriRelease thermals from Costco
A review of the Paradox DriRelease thermals. Well made, affordable and effective base layers typically found at Costco. Read More …
TBT Gear: Lands’ End ragg wool socks
Another Throwback Thursday look at gear. This time a simple pair of ragg wool socks I’ve used for many ski tour days. Read More …
Review: Minus 33 midweight merino wool layers
A long term review of the Minus 33 midweight merino wool layers. They breathe well, they adapt to different temperatures…they just don’t last long. Read More …
Pack Shakedowns
A “pack shakedown” is popular be it online or in person. But the best way to shake down a pack is to go out and use it. Read More …
Quick Tip: Sun shield for winter camping
A simple trick for sleeping warmer at night. Read More …
Puffies 101
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
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
A closer look at the venerable Dachstein boiled wool mittens. Read More …
Quick Tip: Blue foam for changing winter boots
Another great use for the humble scraps of blue foam Read More …
Backcountry ski rigs
The gear I use for various forms of backcountry skiing. Read More …
TBT Gear: Windbreaker anorak
Another TBT item. The simple anorak windbreaker works very well for winter. Read More …
Snivel Gear
A concept borrowed from the military, some gear I take that is not necessary but can sometimes make the trip more comfortable. Read More …