Toyota Tacoma – Our camping setup
How we turned our Tacoma into a comfortable place to camp esp during the winter months. Read More …
Category: Gear
The most popular topic of the outdoors it seems.
New gear I liked for 2020
With about 90 bag nights this year in all four seasons, we had ample opportunity to try out new gear and replace existing equipment. Read More …
Gear pick of the year 2020 – YouTube workouts
2020 is the year of COVID. And an excellent to make use of some minimal equipment, space, and YouTube to maintain physical and mental health. Read More …
The Annual Top Ten Tchotchke Guide
Most gift guides are actually gifts for you. Here’s a more practical gift if you want your friends or family to purchase an outdoor gift for you. Read More …
Dealing with Reynaud’s Syndrome – Gear and techniques
Joan shares some thoughts on gear, techniques, and skills she uses to deal with Reynaud’s Syndrome while in the outdoors. Read More …
Camping “go-bag”
For quick camping trips the night before a backpacking trip, road trips, or an extended base-camp style trip, having pre-packed clothing makes life easier. Read More …
Gear review – Boonie Hat 2.0
I retired my beloved and well-worn boonie hat 6+ months ago. Here’s a look at version 2.0 – wider, lighter, and only $13. Read More …
Sun hoodie – First impressions
A wise outdoors person tries out new ideas and techniques. With that in mind, here are my first impressions of trying out a sun hoodie. Read More …
My backpacking stoves – A practical look
A video that looks over the backpacking stoves I use from a practical standpoint. Read More …
Sleeping systems – Joan’s Picks
Joan’s thoughts on sleeping systems for winter, cowboy camping, hammock camping, and more and what works best for her. Read More …
Gear Review: Down Sleeping Wrap #2 Long
A quilt so well-made, Joan “borrows” it from me on her solo trips. And at least once on trips we took together. Read More …
A look at my shell systems
A video that looks over the clothing I use for my shells be it rain or snow. And with a few budget options as well. Read More …
Review – NoBox Globe Lantern
Another well-designed and useful item from NoBox out of Salt Lake City. This lantern makes a great basecamp light I’ve grown to like over the months. Read More …
Three months out – Six Moon Designs Daybreaker
An overview of my first few months using the Six Moon Designs Daybreaker travel and day-use pack. Read More …
Gear review – Wrangler performance button downs
Another budget review for an item I’ve used for a few years now – Wrangler performance button-down short sleeve shirts that I wear for day use. Read More …
A tale of three packs
Looking over my collection of Ultralight Adventure Equipment (ULA) packs from a long term view. Read More …
First impressions: Wild Oasis DCF
My initial impressions of the Six Moon Designs Wild Oasis. I’ve owned a form of this shelter since 2006. And now, I have the DCF version new for 2020. Read More …
Ten year review: Generic 200 wt fleece
A 200 wt fleece is an excellent and versatile item for all-around outdoor use. This type of fleece is durable, versatile, and not expensive. Read More …