A lot of people are talking about 3 and 4 season tents lately. But, what does that really mean? Does it mean a 3 season tent can’t be used in the winter? Is a 4 season tent good for every season? What’s the difference anyway? First, the nomenclature itself is a little misleading. So let’s … More 3 season vs 4 season tent. What’s the difference?
The No Fly Zone Trail Pants from L.L.Bean are lightweight, protective trails pants treated specially to repel bugs and prevent bites. The pants are also abrasion-resistance and stretch where needed to provide mobility. How do they hold up after extensive testing? The No Fly Zone Pants come have a nice, stretchy waist. This provides a … More L.L.Bean No Fly Zone Trail Pants
A quick preview of the upcoming 2016 Sierra Designs Nightwatch tent. … More Sierra Designs 2016 tent preview (Nightwatch)
Down comes from many different places, by many companies, and is obtained in several different ways. Some of these methods are better than others, and some are quite inhumane. It’s time to learn where your down comes from. The real issue comes from one form of down collection, called live plucking. I’m not going to … More Do you know where your down comes from? New standards in down.
Navitas naturals has been around since 2003, providing healthy, organic nutrition to the active or health conscious. Their foods are all freeze-dried or processed at low temperatures to preserve nutrition without loss of flavor, and come in handy resealable packages. I was lucky enough to put some of their flavors to the test .These are … More Navitas Naturals. Healthy, delicious snacks.
Dpower is a little known company with a lot to prove. Their ambitious backpacking stove sets out to provide a remote canister stove at under 5 ounces for under 30 bucks. Stoves are expensive, so the idea of an affordable alternative is very tempting. But, can a budget stove perform? **update** The manufacturer seems to … More DPower backpacking stove review
We just recently happened upon Sporkables at the Trail Days celebration in Demascus Virginia. Sporkables is a small company located in New York, committed to producing unique, delicious dehydrated meals using locally sourced foods. I was lucky enough to take some on the trail to put them to the ultimate test, the hungry backpacker. I’ve … More Sporkables Dehydrated Meals
It’s that time again! Spring is here, and with it comes new gear and my latest update to my personal pack list. These are the items I’m carrying with me on basically every trip. I carry these products because they’re my personal favorites, and not necessarily because it’s the best pieces of gear available. You … More What’s in my backpack? (Spring 2015)
I’m not much into politics, but I absolutely adore the outdoors. When something steps up with the potential to affect what I love, it catches my attention. I’m going to insert an excerpt from http://www.wilderness.org below, with a link to the full article afterward, and I suggest you read it. If you agree that this … More Keep Americas Public Lands in Public Hands
It doesn’t matter how much you spend, how careful you are, or how experienced you’ve become; You will eventually damage a vital piece of gear in the backcountry. Tents rip, poles snap, pads puncture, and boots separate. Knowing how to repair your gear is one thing, but if you do not have the proper tools … More Backpacking Field Repair Kit
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