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My Gear Closet

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:16:28 +0000

Take a brief tour of some of my gear.

GEAR REVIEW: Rab NEO SHELL Jacket

admin — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 19:15:45 +0000

Dan 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

admin — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 18:17:43 +0000

Review 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?

admin — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 17:17:15 +0000

I’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 backpacking gear?

By the way, I’m flying Delta.
Can you just pack your backpack and check that as luggage?

Backpacker’s Gear School: Prevent Blisters

admin — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:16:57 +0000

Backpacker 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

admin — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 18:16:43 +0000

Is 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.

GoLite Eden 1 Backpacking Tent – Camping Gear TV Episode 136

admin — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:32:14 +0000

The GoLite Eden 1 Tent is a super spacious one-man backpacking tent. We liked it so much we gave it our Best of 2010. Under 3.5 lbs, but still providing a ton of room and a very large vestibule area, the Eden 1 really brings it. Durable, lightweight, and spacious. Check out the review, and be sure to stop by CampingGearTV.com for more backpacking and camping gear reviews!

Mens Messenger Bags|Best Backpacking Gear

admin — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 14:18:12 +0000

shoulderbagsformen.net Mens Messenger Bags|Best Backpacking Gear

Best Swiss Gear Montreaux Ten Person Family Dome Tent

admin — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 14:16:45 +0000

Clik this link to view details – goo.gl – Best Swiss Gear Montreaux Ten Person Family Dome Tent Tired of camping with the family in “family sized” tents that barely fit you, your spouse, and a few bags? Turn to the Swiss Gear Montreaux 10-person dome camping tent, an extra-spacious shelter that’s guaranteed to make you the envy of the campground. The tent boasts a sewn-in divider that creates two distinct living areas, along with two side rooms with divider curtains for extra storage. Clik this link to view details – goo.gl

97% New Gear Trip

admin — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:17:04 +0000

While not in my comfy hammock, I decided to try out my new solo tent. Then I realized I had much more new gear that I have yet to use, so I made it an effort to only bring along equipment that I had never used before. It ended up fine, but boy have I gotten used to good gear and systems that work. A very good learning experienc. Just some NEW gear: Chinook 45 daypack (not recommended) Buck Hoodlum (good, but $) Prospector Solo Trekker Tent (good) MSR Pocket Rocket (good) Peculator Pot (good) lightload towel (good) Smartwool tech socks (good) mora clipper (I’d go bigger or smaller) synthetic fake wool blanket $4 walmart (ok) cheap hand chainsaw (stay clear of) energizer headlamp $13 one (good) go towels (unsure) minimal FAK (good if your ok with limitations) OFF deet wipes (good but have 2 per day min.) walmart oatmeal packs (good) various cheap navigation/kit/and small items (they all worked out) If you saw something and had a question on, PM me or leave a comment!