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GoLite McKenzie Reflexion Softshell Parka: Should It Be Called “GoTo”?
Posted on April 30, 2010 | No CommentsThe GoLite McKenzie Reflexion softshell jacket redefines "useful and flexible" for the author. -
Active Seniors: Pushing Our Limits with A Giant (Falls) Hike!
Posted on April 29, 2010 | No CommentsOur intrepid Active Seniors take on a more difficult hike, and find that it's okay to turn around before you reach your goal! -
GSI Outdoors Pinnacle Dualist Integrated Cooking/Eating System
Posted on April 24, 2010 | 2 CommentsThe GSI Pinnacle Dualist is a remarkably-complete, well-thought-out, and functional cooking/eating system at a bargain price. -
How To: “Go” Packs
Posted on April 16, 2010 | 2 CommentsWhat do you need to Be Prepared for spontaneous outdoor getaway? -
How To: Rain Camping
Posted on April 9, 2010 | No CommentsHere's how to keep your gear dry while backpacking in the rain -
Salon Grafix Dry Spray Shampoo: The Remedy For Sticky Sleeping Bags?
Posted on March 28, 2010 | No CommentsMy sweetheart Susan has what would best be described as a "mane" of long, very thick hair. After a day or two of summer hiking, it's sweaty and full of bug dope. -
“Shoulder Season” Synthetics: REI +25 Lumen & L.L. Bean +20 Katahdin Sleeping Bags
Posted on March 27, 2010 | No CommentsREI's Lumen +25 and L.L. Bean's Katahdin +20 are bargain sleeping bags, but which should you buy? -
High-End Canister Stoves: Is the MSR Reactor or Jetboil Helios Right For You?
Posted on March 27, 2010 | No CommentsThe MSR Reactor has been the highest-tech, fastest stove on the market; but does the Jetboil Helios beat it? -
The New Sleeping Bag Paradigm: Does EN13537 Testing Really Work?
Posted on March 8, 2010 | No CommentsEN13537 sleeping bag testing claims to guarantee temperature consistency, but in our experience, it doesn't.
