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 holidays are quickly approaching, and the challenge of finding the perfect gift is creeping ever so near. Thankfully, I’m here to help. I’ve put together a hand crafted list of gift ideas that anyone who thrives in the outdoors is sure to love. The best part? I’ve considered every price point. Of course, I’ve … More A Backpacker’s Holiday Gift Guide (2016)
Winter is on it’s way, and the only fool proof way to enjoy it is to be prepared with a legit winter jacket. The Icefall jacket from Helly Hansen combines a durable exterior, high quality down fill and strategically placed Primaloft insulation in an attempt to improve the performance of the traditional down jacket. This is my … More Helly Hansen Icefall Down Jacket Review
The T600 H20 series of two-way radios from Motorola Solutions combines a waterproof body, a flashlight, and the ability to float/light up in case dropped in a river, into a powerful, easy to use handset that’s designed to thrive outside. This is my review. The T600 series radios come in a pair of two headsets. Each is … More Talkabout T600 H20 Two Way Radios Review
The Sierra Designs Nightwatch takes everything I liked about the Lightning 2: an awning, gear closets, and a stable design, and enhances it by implementing a roll back fly for star gazing and better ventilation. Despite looking quite similar, the design has been heavily modified in a variety of ways. How does this new model hold … More Sierra Designs Nightwatch 2 Review
Winter is coming, and with that comes longer, darker nights, making illumination and battery reserves all the more important. The Radiant 300 from Nite Ize is a powerful, 300 lumen lantern that not only lights up camp, but recharges your fading USB devices on the go. The Radiant 300 is a compact lantern, standing at … More Nite Ize Radiant 300 Rechargeable Lantern Review
Produced from recycled sawdust and wax, the ExtremeStart Firestarter from Pine Mountain provides an easy, clean burning solution to starting campfires in poor conditions. It’s eco-friendly too, putting off less carbon monoxide and suit than other fire starters on the market. Using the fire starter is pretty straight forward. It’s packed inside of a handy, … More An Eco Friendly Firestarter, the ExtremeStart from Pine Mountain
Headlamps are a necessity when hiking or backpacking, and it’s important to find one that’s both reliable and convenient to use. The new Inova STS Powerswitch headlamp is a rechargeable, waterproof, touch activated headlamp that allows the user to use the included rechargeable battery or swap in traditional AAA batteries when needed. This is my … More Inova STS Powerswitch Dual Power Rechargeable Headlamp Review
Not to rest on their past success, the Landmark Project has continued with it’s tradition of making beautiful, exciting, comfortable clothing inspired by local wilderness icons, all while donating some of the proceeds to at risk youth in the local community. Their new designs showcase previously unmentioned National Parks and wilderness areas that certainly deserve … More New Designs by the Landmark Project
Fall is an amazing season: Changing colors, cooling air, and fresh jackets from Helly Hansen. The new Vertex Stretch is a polyester, slick faced hoodie designed for high intensity activities like backpacking, jogging, and repeatedly diving face first into piles of leaves. This is my review. The Vertex Stretch hoodie is what is called a “go” … More Helly Hansen Vertex Stretch Jacket Review
Sun protection is always high on my priorities list. It can damage not only the skin, but the sensitive retina in the back of the eye, resulting in a whole world of problems. The Montana sunglasses from Spy offer affordable 100% UV protection and “happy” lenses for those who want to spend a lot of time outside, but … More Spy Optics Montana Glasses Review
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