Originally designed for the US Special Forces, The Alpha Air Jacket from L.L.Bean is a sturdy, functional, fully windproof jacket that’s designed to take a beating and provide stubborn weather protection when it’s needed the most. Instead of being built light and fluffy, it’s built with a robust soft shell body, Polartec insulation, and wet weather protection … More L.L.Bean Alpha Air Jacket
The Exped Pack Poncho UL is an ultra light, breezy option for full body and pack coverage perfect for those long, unrelenting rain storms. Instead of utilizing a jacket, pants, and a pack cover, the poncho minimizes materials yet covers the entire body and the backpack for full protection while still managing to be ultra … More Exped Pack Poncho UL Review
The Odin Minimalist Jacket is an ultra lightweight 2.5 layer rain jacket that’s designed to provide weather protection with the absolute minimal weight penalty. Instead of weighing it down with extra features, it cuts back, providing only the essentials. I put it to the test, and I liked it. The jacket is purely minimalist, consisting of little more than a … More Helly Hansen Odin Minimalist Jacket Review
the Gregory Z 30 is a large, spacious daypack designed for fast and light outings and peak bagging. The new ventilated CrossFlo suspension lifts the pack away from the body, allowing air to flow through, keeping the hiker dry and comfortable. I’ve put mine through the paces and it’s turned out to be a solid … More Gregory Z30 Backpack Review
Most people dread the winter with a loathing as deep as the snows that it dumps upon us. Myself? I eagery await the coming frost with open arms. What’s the difference here? It’s mostly knowledge. This is my guide to making the most out of winter, and learning to love it. Why bother with winter? … More A guide to enjoying winter hiking and backpacking
One thing that many hikers overlook is the benefit of having a good pair of utilitarian, yet comfortable pants. Clothing is the first tool any hiker uses on the trail. The Mountain Khakis Equatorial Convertible Pants are light weight, UPF 50+ pants designed to be at home on the mountain or in the city. The … More Mountain Khakis Equatorial Convertible Hiking Pants Review
It’s not always summer or winter, sometimes you land in those shady seasons in between when it’s too hot for a full jacket, but it’s too cool for a shirt. This is where the PrimaLoft Superlight Jacket comes in. It’s an ultra-light, packable jacket that provides a mild amount of insulation for those cool, but … More L.L.Bean PrimaLoft Superlight Jacket Review
I spend a lot of time on the trail. Little known fact, I’m a bit of a tenderfoot. That causes problems for me, and finding a sock to suck up the impacts of miles of abuse is difficult. The Comfort Hikers get the job done where nothing else has. A blend of 67% Merino Wool, … More Wigwam Comfort Hiker Socks
Going digital isn’t really a thing anymore. Everything is digital. Fighting that is a bit futile at this point. So, I present to you, going with the flow (current?). The Arc 8W solar Charger is capable of keeping your gear charged and functional, without breaking the bank. The Arc is a folding, compact solar charger. … More Voltaic Systems Arc 8W Solar Charger Review
I never thought I could like a pair of underwear quite this much. It’s weird really. It’s almost an obsession. This pair of underwear is so great in fact that I cannot come up with a single negative thing to say about them. Instead, I’ll just tell you about them, and why they’re so amazing. … More SAXX Kinetic Underwear. I’m never going back.
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