Tag: gear

Danner MTN 45 shoes

Danner MTN 45. A durable, repairable hiking shoe for rougher terrain.

May 18, 2026

The Danner MTN 45 hiking shoes are built to perform in rough, rugged conditions. They are constructed with a combination of leather and synthetic materials, placed upon a wide, robust footbed. Stradling the line between the agility of a shoe but the footprint of a boot, just how do they perform in the real world? This is my review: … More Danner MTN 45. A durable, repairable hiking shoe for rougher terrain.

One Backpack for Short and Long Adventures? Dueter Aircontact Core 50+10 Backpacking pack Review

October 23, 2025

The Aircontact Core 50+10 is designed to be a small, comfortable pack that expands and allows for extra equipment to be strapped on, for extra capacity. Can a small pack be a do it all bag? Well, I put it to the test and these are my findings. Full review: … More One Backpack for Short and Long Adventures? Dueter Aircontact Core 50+10 Backpacking pack Review

White Duck Rover Scout

White Duck Rover Scout Review: Where ruggedness and luxury collide.

April 29, 2025

What happens when you take the classic scout tent, and modernize it? Well, you end up with the Rover Scout. Combining modern materials and features with a classic configuration, it’s a unique and comfortable shelter that resonates good vibes. My review: … More White Duck Rover Scout Review: Where ruggedness and luxury collide.

Danner N45, Lightweight, breathable hikers with a repairable sole.

April 14, 2025

Danner has a long history of building durable boots that can be repaired. Today that legacy trickles down into their lightweight, fast hikers, the N45. Breathable and weighing just 22 oz, the spec sheet looks great. But how are they on the trail? My review: … More Danner N45, Lightweight, breathable hikers with a repairable sole.

The complete Holliday Gift Guide for hikers, campers, backpackers, and bikers, 2024.

November 5, 2024

Welcome back! If you’re new to the tradition, once a year when it starts getting cold in the Norther Hemisphere, I take all of my favorite gear from the past year and create a list of what I believe would make great gifts. I have personally and vigorously tested each product and choose them based … More The complete Holliday Gift Guide for hikers, campers, backpackers, and bikers, 2024.