Dayhike Gear
Friday, April 20th, 2012My typical loadout for a dayhike. Depending on where I go and for how long, items may change. However, this is a pretty representative example of the main items.
My typical loadout for a dayhike. Depending on where I go and for how long, items may change. However, this is a pretty representative example of the main items.
Top Gear – Sewing on a Button, Driving in a Sleeping Bag, Hammond Giving Himself Pleasure Challenge
Wednesday, April 4th, 2012***No copyright infringement intended*** The infamous challenge set by Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May in which they set out to drive whilst sewing on a button for Clarkson, and driving in a sleeping bag for James May. Sadly, Hammond didn't do giving him self pleasure because this is ...
Gear Review: Vaude Ice Peak 150 Down Sleeping Bag
Wednesday, March 28th, 2012A review of the Vaude Ice Peak 150 Down Sleeping Bag. A 37 degree, 1lb 6 oz down bag that packs down to 5"x11" without tightening the compression straps. In the first half we look at the features, while in the second half we see if it lives up to ...
GEAR REVIEW: Western Mountaineering Alpinlite Sleeping Bag
Wednesday, March 21st, 2012This is a 20 degree "Wide Mummy" sleeping bag with some cool features.
GEAR REVIEW: Rab NEO SHELL Jacket
Thursday, January 5th, 2012Dan reviews a Jacket from Rab that uses a brand new fabric called Neo Shell. This newly developed fabric from Polartec is supposed to be the most breathable, yet waterproof fabric on the market. Dan tells you all about it.
ALL GEAR DAY STANDARD QUALITY.wmv
Saturday, December 10th, 2011Review of rain gear and overview of what i take into the field with my style of backpacking.
Anybody ever check backpacking gear over an airline?
Friday, December 9th, 2011I'm flying to Arizona from Western New York on Thursday to see my best bud and the Grand Canyon. I want to just pack my backpacking gear and check my backpack instead of a suitcase. Has anybody ever done this? What do you recommend leaving at home from your typical ...
Backpacker’s Gear School: Prevent Blisters
Wednesday, December 7th, 2011Backpacker editor-in-chief Jon Dorn explains 5 field-tested techniques for eliminating the three main causes of blisters: heat, moisture, and friction. Learn more from Backpacker's Gear School in the March 2007 Gear Guide, and at www.backpacker.com/video.
Backpacker’s Gear School: Preserve Your Hydration Bladder
Tuesday, November 15th, 2011Is your hydration bladder collecing mold? Here are 3 new solutions for common backcountry drinking problems--as explained by Backpacker editor-in-chief Jon Dorn. Learn more from Backpacker's Gear School in the March 2007 Gear Guide, and at www.backpacker.com/video.