The German designed Deuter ACT Lite is designed to be a comfortable, durable, light weight backpack for multi-day excursions into the wilderness. Along with an adjustable torso, this particular backpack was designed with Slim Line (SL) straps and shoulders that fit the contours of the female body better than the average unisex or men’s backpack. … More Deuter ACT Lite 60 SL Pack Review (Women’s)
I’m going to be honest here. When the Dorcy headlamp showed up, I didn’t really know what to expect. I didn’t know the brand, never tried their products, and the prices were very affordable. Usually, this doesn’t go over to well, but I decided to give the headlamp a go. Infact, I let every tester … More Dorcy 120 Lumen Broad Beam Headlamp
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
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
The Marmot Minimalist is exactly what it sounds like. A rain jacket that gets the job done, without stuffing in a bunch of features you don’t need. About the Jacket Composed of Goretex Paclite, the jacket is packable, light weight at just 15 oz, and offers real rain protection without trapping in your own body … More Marmot Minimalist Rain Jacket Review. Men and Women’s.
The Osprey Talon 22 is a lightweight, yet full featured daypack for those who need to carry a bit of extra gear for those long hikes. It weighs about 1 lb. 80z for the M/L size, and holds 22 liters of gear inside the pack. There are multiple options for adjustment, and plenty of pockets … More Osprey Talon 22 Backpack
A good nights sleep is priceless, but Big Agnes puts a tag on it anyway. Does $160 (regular length) deliver the goods, or will you be left flat on your back. About the pad The q-core SL is basically the popular Big Agnes Q-core built with super light materials (hence the SL tacked on). Instead … More Big Agnes Q-Core SL Review
Part of my enjoyment about backpacking is the ever changing and ever evolving technology that you get to play with. I love the feeling of testing out a new product out in the wilderness, just to see what it can take. Now, I’m putting the Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2 to the test. How did … More Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2 Review
I’ll admit, I’m a gear junkie. One of my favorite items is the tent, so I tend to be quite picky. Up for review is the REI Half Dome Tent. Overview The Half dome is a spacious two man, with vertical walls for extra headroom. Average price is around 189$. Two large vestibules and a ton of … More REI Half Dome Review
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