I'm an avid backpacker who wants to share his viewpoints, and experiences of the trials on the trails with the world. It's the experiences that make it all worth while, and I'm hoping my blog can help others enhance and find their own.
The Fenix HM50R is an exceptionally high quality headlamp constructed with a full aluminum housing, a rechargeable battery, and a high output 500 lumen LED. Simple and powerful, I came away rather impressed. This is my review: … More Fenix HM50R Rechargeable Headlamp Review
Mishimi Takin a is relative a newcomer to the outdoor apparel industry. They place the focus of their gear on breathability and usability in wet, humid environments. The Garamba is designed accordingly, with loads of extra venting and the use of breathable fabrics. This is my review: … More Mishmi Takin Virunga Rain Jacket Review
The Trail Speed 4XT is a powerful yet adaptive headlamp made for running, hiking and biking. Utilizing innovative Flow Light Technology, the beam of light adjusts on the fly for any situation, near or far. This is my review. … More Silva Trail Speed 4XT Headlamp
The Pathfinder from UAG (Urban Armor Gear) is a slim, lightweight phone case designed for the rugged outdoors. Impact resistant and streamlined, it provides lightweight defense for Samsung Galaxy or Apple iPhone series phones. … More UAG Pathfinder Phone Case Review
Poised to provide an aggressive balance between price, weight and performance, the Kelty Cosmic 40 is a lightweight down sleeping bag that retails for just $130. This is my review: … More Kelty Cosmic 40 Sleeping Bag Review
Lovingly named the Ultralight 850 Down Big Baffle Hooded Puffer Jacket, this winter garment from L.L.Bean incorporates high quality down, recycled materials and one of the highest warmth/weight ratios I’ve ever tested. This is my review: … More L.L.Bean 850 Down Big Baffle Jacket Review
It’s that time of year again. The Christmas lights are going up, the sun is going down, and fresh new outdoor gear is going under the tree. These are my picks for gifts for 2019. … More Holiday Gift Guide 2019
The Prolite Apex is an ultra-light sleeping pad that combines air channels with a self-inflating foam skeleton to create a warm, packable, and comfortable sleeping pad. This is my review: … More Thermarest Prolite Apex Review
Stylish, lightweight and affordable, the Beta Headlamp from Uco is a simple, convenient way to cut through the night. This is my review: … More Uco Beta Headlamp Review
All the warmth and comfort of a down blanket with all the advantages of a synthetic fiber? That’s what the Nanoloft blanket from Rumple is hoping to achieve. My review: … More Rumple Nanoloft Blanket Review
