Sea to Summit is doing some very interesting things with their sleeping mats, to be released early 2015. While Sea To Summit isn’t a company you would normally think of when you think sleeping pads (or mats as they’re calling them), they’ve clearly been thinking them through. They have some intriguing designs I can’t wait … More Sea To Summit Sleeping Mats Preview (2015)
You’re not going to make your friends hate you by eating that pre-packed dehydrated junk. You’re going to need some real munition to start this war, and I plan to arm you to the teeth. I bring you, Backcountry Chicken and Stuffing. It’s simple, delicious, and will make everyone else around the campfire jealous. Serves two. … More Backcountry Chicken and Stuffing Recipe
Buffalo Mountain is one of those beautiful oddities. Right in the middle of 3 cities, stands this tall gorgeous mountain of forest and wildlife. Surrounding it, lies buildings, shopping malls, restaurants, and industry. However, on the mountain this all melts away. Within minutes of shopping you can have hiking, creeks, wildlife, and solitude. It’s a … More Buffalo Mountain, Johnson City, Tennessee.
There’s nothing quite like being 5 miles from the car when your tire blows out, and you’re forced to push your bike back to the car with a tiny, empty water bottle attached to your bike frame. The Duthie AM 10 backpack from Platypus is aimed at single track mountain bikers with exactly that in … More Platypus Duthie AM 10 Hydration Pack Review
Sometimes, technology in the backcountry can be a good thing. Snuggling up with a e-book in your cozy sleeping bag while rain tip toes across the head of your tent can be a magical experience. The only problem? Your e-reader isn’t waterproof. The E Case is designed to provide that waterproofing, while adding durability without … More E case Review
Long overdue, yes. But, we finally got around to it and now we’re on Facebook. Find us here at http://www.facebook.com/treelinebackpacker The major holdup was that we really didn’t know what we wanted to do with facebook, and we didn’t want to jump in without a plan. Now, we’ve finally decided. We’re going to post more … More We’re finally on Facebook!
The Pack Towl is the simplest of tools. At it’s basics, a rag to clean and wipe away your backpacking grime. At it’s most complex, a multi-use tool designed to do your most creative of bidding. Anything from wiping down a wet tent, cleaning dishes, scrubbing a dirty body, or drying off a clean one: … More Packtowl Review
Sometimes the bare minimum isn’t quite enough for those who seek organization and convenience above weight and simplicity. The Lineloc Lid from Granite Gear is designed to satisfy those with mild OCD tendencies, and compliment the lidless packs in their line by attaching to the top of the backpack via attachments that are already implemented … More Granite Gear LineLoc Lid Review
I wanted to post a detailed page of what is currently in my backpack. These are the items that I carry, for various reasons. These are, in my opinion, some of the best pieces of equipment on the market. If you have any questions or comments, post them here! I’d love to hear what you … More What’s in my backpack? Summer 2014 edition
I’ve always been a firm believer of the notion that every backpacker should carry a light weight, sharp, reliable knife with them at all times. There is an infinitely long list of uses for just a basic knife, but a knife that can also start a fire, and be quickly sleeved and stashed out of … More Light My Fire Swedish Fireknife Review
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