Repair Tape – A quick overview
A quick overview of three popular repair tapes used for outdoor gear repair. Read More …
The most popular topic of the outdoors it seems.
A quick overview of three popular repair tapes used for outdoor gear repair. Read More …
A review of the only model of hiking boots I’ve used in over a decade: Hi-Tec Altitudes
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There are two standards for backcountry road navigation. The Delorme Atlas and Gazetteer and the Benchmark Road and Recreation Atlas. Which is better? Read More …
My favorite piece of outdoor gear? A map.
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Why I stopped counting ounces with my gear…at least precisely. Read More …
A simple, functional utilitarian kit for backcountry ski repair. For snowshoeing, too. Read More …
A few luxury items for after the trip makes the drive home a little more pleasant. Makes a nice transition between the outdoors and home time, too. Read More …
A quick, inexpensive and simple way to keep long gaiters on winter boots. Read More …
A review of SealSkinz Ultra Grip Gloves. Good, well made gloves..but good for what purpose? Read More …
Which hat to wear outdoors? It all depends on the conditions, time of the year and personal preference. Read More …
The Sportsman Guide house brand -15F sleeping bags are a great bargain for deep winter car camping. Read More …
Many people have outdoor watches that do it all. Mine tells the time: the Timex Indiglo.
More people seem to get stuck on the way to or from the winter trail head. Here’s some advice on how not to get stuck…or what to do if you do. Read More …
How to make your wool socks, thermals, hats etc. good as new Read More …
What to wear in what many people consider to be among the most difficult of conditions: cold and wet. Read More …
What’s better for Nordic touring? Wax or Waxless skis? The usual answer: It all depends! Read More …
A look at why I take a thermos on winter outings Read More …
It is now winter. Should trusty wool be used or synthetics? Read on to find out more.