Improving on their previous Backcountry bed design, Sierra Designs has updated their sleeping bags to be warmer, more efficient, and lighter through the use of streamlined design and revised materials. Is newer better? My review: Let’s start by looking at the design. For the unfamiliar, the original Backcountry bed removed the zippers of traditional sleeping … More Sierra Designs Backcountry Bed 700 Review
The unique Yaktrax Summit crampons are designed with the new Boa ratchet system for faster, easier attachment to boots or shoes. Featuring 3/8″ carbon nano spikes, they’re poised to provide excellent traction and easier use. My review: … More Yaktrax Summit Review
The Down Hugger sleeping bag line from Montbell utilizes a unique spiral construction that’s paired with elastic stitching to gather the loft up around the seams, improving warmth, comfort and fit. This is my review. The Down Hugger 800 #1 is an 23 degree EN rated sleeping bag. It is constructed from lightweight 20 denier … More Montbell Down Hugger 800 #1 Review
The Oden Veor takes the traditional down jacket and pokes some holes in the design, almost literally. Implementing unique back, pit and chest vents, the Oden Veor aims to enhance heat regulation and reduce moisture build up, while still providing warmth at a light weight. … More Helly Hansen Oden Veor Jacket Review
When it comes to staying warm on the mountain, layering is key. The L.L.Bean Down Sweater 3 in 1 Jacket combines a lightweight down jacket and sturdy waterproof shell that can be zipped, allowing it to be worn in three configurations. The 3 in one is essentially two jackets that combine to become one. The … More L.L.Bean Down Sweater 3-in-1 Jacket Review
Few things are as comfortable as a sandals, and few brands are as iconic as Chaco when it comes to producing them. Their Z/Cloud line of sandals combines their classic design and styling with a soft, pillow-top footbed. Starting with the build, the sandals are essentially three layers. The top two layers come together to … More Chaco Z/Cloud Review
Ah, tis the season once again. It’s getting colder, the Holidays are sneaking up on us, and people scramble to find their yearly sacrifice to those they love. Luckily, I’m here to help with a fine selection of relatively unknown but highly useful gifts for those who love the outdoors. I’ll include some useful links … More Holiday Gift Guide for Hikers and Backpackers
Featuring grippy silicone traction prints, a new valve that features deflation assistance, and a self-inflating foam core, the Ultralight SI Mat from Sea to Summit promises unique features in a lightweight, packable design. How did it hold up in our testing? This is my review. The Sea to Summit Ultralight SI mat is a 1″ … More Sea to Summit UltraLight SI Mat Review
Made to order in Portland Oregon, the Flanders backpack by North St. is a waterproof, durable, stylish backpack that’s poised to be the culmination of a daily carry, commuter, and hiker’s pack, all in one. The flanders is a roll top backpack, meaning the top of the pack is closed by rolling the fabric down, … More North St. Flanders Backpack Review
The Julbo Aero Performance Sunglasses are designed to be ultralight, aerodynamic sunglasses that target trail runners and mountain bikers. They provide a wide field of view while emphasizing clear vision and comfort. The Julbo Aero glasses are designed for moments when clarity is of utmost importance, such as reading the terrain while trail running or … More Julbo Aero Performance Glasses Review
