The most popular topic of the outdoors it seems.
A gear review of of the alcohol stove from Bottlestoves.com Note: Bottlestoves.com provided the stove for my review Alcohol stoves are being used by not only long distance hikers, but increasingly more weekend backpackers. The lightness, ease of use and Read More …
A review of the multi-use Hoo Rag (a seamless bandanna )
Here’s some advocacy for black and white outdoor photography. Personally I think B&W photos can be just as striking as the color photos often done by most outdoor enthusiasts.
Which piece of outdoor gear is the best? None! Read More …
Taking photos when outdoors is a great way to capture memories of outdoor adventures. But which camera to bring? A Point Shoot (P&S) or a DSLR?
A review of that staple of sun, light rain and snow protection AND sartorial splendor: The Boonie Hat .
The easy and safe way to recycle backpacking fuel canisters without needing to buy extra tools.
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A review of something a little different and a little fun: An Aerobie Spring Ring !
A review of Patagonia’s Lightweight Travel Pack
Replacing the factory insoles with something new is a trick many experienced backpackers know about. But not everyone does. Here’s why it should be done. Read More …
Outdoor clothing can be expensive. When a brand of clothing is that is inexpensive, functional and durable it is rare and wonderful find. And for me, the brand of clothing that fits that criteria are the Champion C9 brand found Read More …
A review of the GoLite Tumalo rain jacket. Read More …
When backpacking, a cook pot should be simple. Something light, large enough to boil water, compact and gets the job done. Go to an REI or similar store and you will sometimes see this type of pot…for a price! Luckily, Read More …
Need a lightweight tent that is spacious for two, sturdy and does not feel too minimalist? Take a look at the Six Moon Designs Lunar Duo. Read More …
If I had some duct tape, I could fix that —MacGyver Another article I wrote for the Boulder Weekly. This time on five more useful items to take in your pack to do your best MacGyver!
Not my original title for this article..but so it goes. 🙂 The original title of this article was "Lighten the load; not the wallet" ; a quick crash course in how to dirt bag. Not tips new to anyone in Read More …
An article I wrote for Backpacking Light. A photo essay and a briefy synopsis of the lightweight backpacking gear I used from the trail. Check it out!
An account of my first backpacking trip in 1996. I did not know what I was doing to say the least! But, everyone has to start somewhere. It was not a lightweight bapcking trip to say the least! 🙂 With Read More …