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 ‘Merino Lightweight Balaclava’ from Buff is a 100 percent Merino wool balaclava with integrated ventilation holes and even a pony tail port. A quick review … More Buff Merino Lightweight Balaclava Review
The Sea to Summit Ether Light XT combines thick, cushy air sprung cells and a warm 3 season appropriate insulation to create a cozy sleeping mat that works in warm or cool conditions. This is my review: … More Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Sleeping Pad Review
The Permafrost from Montbell is a lightweight down parka with an integrated Gore-Tex waterproof, windproof layer for substantial weather resistance for the worst winter conditions. This is my review. … More Montbell Permafrost Light Down Jacket review: A Windproof mobile fortress.
The Merino Plus Hoody from Montbell is an ultra-light, ultra-breathable hoody constructed of merino wool and polyester for exceptional heat and perspiration management. This is my review: … More Montbell Merino Wool Plus Hoody Review: Lightweight warmth for high energy pursuits
Cozy, warm, and supportive are not words I often associate with clogs or winter shoes, but the Ramble Puff series by Chaco has changed that. With an excellent construction, “Luvseat” midsole and a grippy outsole, these have changed my expectations forever. My review: … More Chaco Ramble Puff. Clogs and Lace Review
The Orvis Pro is a lightweight, synthetic jacket built from lightweight nylon and Primaloft Gold. Designed to shed rain, wind, and provide comfortable protection in rough conditions while out hiking, fishing and of course backpacking, I’ve put it to the test. My review: … More Orvis Pro Insulated Jacket Review
The Canyon WRX are durable, weather resistant biking shorts designed to ride out the worst weather. Do they hold up to the highly varying weather I ride in? I’ve put them through the test for several months, and this is my review: … More Pearl Izumi Canyon WRX Shell Shorts Review
Having a rigid frame gravel bike is great for efficiency, but not always great for your body. The ShockStop from Redshift is a bike stem that adds 20 mm of travel to the handlebars with the intention to improve the comfort and quality of the ride on rougher terrain. Does it work and are there any drawbacks? My review: … More RedShift ShockStop Suspension Stem Review
It’s that time of year again! It’s getting chilly, the Holidays are sneaking up, and it’s time to get cozy by the campfire and prep for those hikers, campers and backpackers on your list. Here are some high quality, unique recommendations at every price point, tested and approved, by myself. … More 2022 Backpacking, camping, and hiking Holiday Gift Guide
Blending Merino wool, polyester and spandex into a high performance, stretchable fabric, the Dynawool Skuba Hoody from Kuhl brings both looks with performance in a single package. How does it perform? My review: The Dynawool Skuba Hoody is a lightweight zippered hoody constructed from Kuhl has coined Dynawood Powerflex, which is a smooth combination of … More Kuhl Dynawool Skuba Hoody. Form and Function Combined.
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