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
It’s a simple thing, a camp stove, but it’s one of the pieces of gear that can truly make or break your evening if things don’t go as planned. A sputtering stove is a useless stove when trying to boil water at high elevation. When it comes down to it, you’re relying on your camp stove … More MSR Wind Pro II Stove Review
I just love a hammock. It’s a luxury that even a light weight packer like myself has a hard time leaving behind. After a rough day of hiking in the heat, nothing rejuvenates like kicking back in a hammock while everyone else pulls up a nice soft rock. There is only one major problem, most … More Byer Easy Traveller Hammock Review
What I liked It’s light. It’s under 4 pounds, and considering the 2 doors and 2 vestibules, that’s pretty slick. It packs up like a pro, and it stays out of the way with the included tent sack. The price. $199 for a lightweight backpacking tent, I’m not complaining . Similarly weighted, dependable tents can … More L.L.Bean Microlight FS 2-Person Tent Review
I’ll admit, I’m a gear junkie. One of my favorite items is the tent, so I tend to be quite picky. Up for review is the REI Half Dome Tent. Overview The Half dome is a spacious two man, with vertical walls for extra headroom. Average price is around 189$. Two large vestibules and a ton of … More REI Half Dome Review
***An update review using the 2012 version of this tent can be found below*** 2012 Seedhouse SL1 Review Overview The Big Agnes Seedhouse SL1is a freestanding solo tent for the avid backpacker. There is also a double version made with two campers, or more room, in mind, the Seedhouse SL2 Design The Seedhouse house doesn’t … More Big Agnes Seedhouse SL1 Tent Review.
