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Kelty Coyote 80
this is a great pack with lots of features. i would rate it higher if only it had a rod holder and built in rain cover. Prior to this pack i…
Merrell Avian Light Mid Waterproof
Waterproof, good for narrow feet, super light weight, durable Vibram sole I picked up these boots after having a terrible run-in with ill fitting…
Gregory Z40
it's not the lightest pack of this size, but it is very comfortable so far, and seems very durrable. i like this pack. ive had it for about…
reviewed by gmid83
June 18, 2013
Mountain Hardwear MH way 2 cool tank
The Way2Cool Tank is a running top made with a fabric using Cool Q ZERO (“a cooling agent”) it is also finished with an antimicrobial agent.
reviewed by trouthunter
June 18, 2013
Snow Peak GigaPower Auto
Small, light, powerful - perfect for backpaking. This cartridge stove is easy to set up and light. The stove itself folds very small and comes…
REI Hobitat 4
This large (base camp / car camping) tent has lots of head room and is a very stable and comfortable 3-season tent I have the original version…
Hilleberg Nammatj 3 GT
The tent is generally very high quality. Ropes, zippers and fabric are very reliable. The tent is spacious. The tent is generally very high…
Garmin fenix
The standard of excellence in GPS/Navigational watches. A "must have" for the hunter, backpacker, or woodsman. Garmin Fenix is quite possible…
Lowe Alpine Airzone 35
A simple, effective and comfortable day pack that can also be used for longer trips. The Airzone 35 is comfortable and practical. I really can't…
Kelty Pawnee 50
Great overnight backpack! Overall I have been very happy with this bag. I am new to backpacking and this provided me with all of the bell and…
Eureka! Sunrise 9
Great tent for car camping with the family. We have used this tent three or four times without any major problems. We have mainly used this…
MSR WhisperLite Internationale
Extremely versatile! The multi-fuel capability is a must-have. It's quiet, ready to operate and boils water very quickly. I have found this…
DMM Cirque
Excellent mountaineering axe for more technical use. This is a excellent lightweight mountaineering axe. It is very useful in all situations.
Grivel X Monster
I've used these axes in mixed conditions and on ice and found they perform very differently. On ice they are the perfect level of aggressive…
Berghaus Spectrum Neck Gaiter
A neck gaiter is a simple but very valuable accessory to carry in your pack. Basically a tubular scarf, it's great for wearing when hiking into…
reviewed by TJ1984
June 18, 2013
MEC Synergy LT Jacket
Excellent reasonably priced jacket. Most Gore-tex Pro jackets out there are all pretty similar. This one falls into the category of lightweight…
Osprey Talon 44
Relatively lightweight internal frame pack that is much heavier than other frameless ultralight options, but does not provide the stability/suspension…
reviewed by macchiolives
June 18, 2013
MSR DromLite Bag
A tough utilitarian bladder that is lightweight and folds up small when not in use. This bag works great for transporting and storing water…
reviewed by PNW_John
June 18, 2013
Mountainsmith Celestial Tent
This backpacking tent is very roomy for the weight and size. under 5 lbs makes for a great backpacking tent that easily allows for your pack…
Mountain Hardwear Chiller Long Sleeve Shirt
The Chiller Long Sleeve shirt is designed to help you stay cool when it is hot out while providing SPF 40 protection from UV rays. At just 9…
reviewed by trouthunter
June 17, 2013
Berghaus Polartec 100 Liner Glove
A very poorly constructed glove which separated at the seam with the cuff on its second day of use. Unfortunate as it was very lightweight,…
reviewed by TJ1984
June 17, 2013
Platypus Duthie A.M. 12.0
Storage features, design, weight = Awesome Biggest things I was looking for was better taste of water then proper storage. I was using the Camelbak…
reviewed by Cyber96
June 17, 2013
OluKai 'Ohana Flip-Flops
The best flip-flop ever made! OluKai has finally made a flip-flop worth wearing beyond a few hours. This truly replaces a sandal for all-day…
reviewed by Cyber96
June 17, 2013
MontBell Super Spiral Burrow Bag #3
Light, compact, and stretchy What more could you ask for? This bag is very light and packs down extremely small (for a synthetic bag). I can…
Kelty Trail Dome 4
Just used this tent 5 days on the Arkansas River. Had wind, rain, heat and cold in the Colo mountains. Sets up fast n nice, plastic fly poles…
Bahco Laplander Folding Saw
This saw is super sharp. It seems to have been ergonomically designed. It's small enough to fit inside a day pack, but large enough to process…
reviewed by malotrekker
June 17, 2013
Osprey Raptor 14
Great pack for short day rides and hikes. Carries the basics. Super comfortable. I am a woman, 5'8". I have the m/l and the fit is great for…
Coleman Insta-Clip 6 Sided Screen House
This item is sturdy, reliable and large. We use it all the time! We use this for van camping. It is great to sleep under or put over a table.
The North Face Cat's Meow
Best synthetic bag for the price. I got this bag for my first 'real' backpacking bag and used it over 1400 miles on the PCT (border to Sierra…
reviewed by Caleigh Lennerth
June 17, 2013
Coleman Hotwater On Demand
On Demand says it all, 5 seconds to hot water. I use to wait 20 to 30 mins for hot water and used a lot of fuel to get it hot. You can put your…
Mion Bhakti Clog
The best footwear I have ever had. I have my clogs for about 7 years. I would do just about anything to get a hold of another pair. The Mion…
Black Diamond Speed 30
Great pack for everything from day hiking to alpine climbing. I've had this pack for 3 years. I have climbed multipitch in summer and winter,…
Hillary Cabin Tent 9 x 12
We bought this tent used annd absolutely cannot find another to compare. We love that it's canvas and big windows/door. Sure it's old school…
Kelty Crestone 2
Love this tent for a 1-2 person backpacking tent. The rain fly provides complete coverage from the wind and rain leaving good vestibule space…
MSR Dromedary Bags
MSR Dromedary Bag, the only water bladder you'll ever need. I have been using the same MSR Dromedary Bag since 1989. It has been in caves, swamps,…
Gregory Palisade 80
Excellent backpack for multi-day journeys. Strong (as I'm finding out) construction. Carrys a lot of gear and a lot of weight. I bought this…
reviewed by Kevin Freyenhagen
June 16, 2013
Deuter Spectro AC 32
The fit was great, the outside pocket was stretchy and carried items that would be needed quickly. Unfortunately, we experienced a short 30…
Therm-a-Rest 40th Anniversary Edition
Great pad that I would recommend to those who are not willing to compromise a good night's sleep. Sleep is incredibly important to me. With…
Skratch Labs Exercise Hydration Mix
Skratch has good product, it has good taste, and doesn't cause GI issues. I for one love the pineapple, enjoy the raspberry but I'm not as big…
Platypus SoftBottle
This lightweight bottle is well designed with surprisingly nice features. It is a good replacement in terms of weight and flexibility to traditional…
reviewed by PNW_John
June 15, 2013
Merrell Waterpro Gauley
Very comfortable, light and cool for my feet. Sole firmly grips to the ground where you want them to be. Dries quickly .Superb outdoor shoes.
REI Travel Sack +55
A lightweight, relatively inexpensive "55°F" sleeping bag/liner that provides me with a number of options in summer and winter conditions.
reviewed by Jeffery Gosnell
June 14, 2013
Darn Tough Vermont Merino Boot Sock Full Cushion
Don't leave home without them. I don't wear anything but Darn Toughs. They last forever, and if they don't, they'll replace them.
reviewed by gmid83
June 14, 2013
Primus TechnoTrail
Great lightweight canister stove. Great all around stove for U.S. backpacking. It's easy to use, fairly fast and packs nicely. The piezo lighter…
Kelty Sage 3
Nice 2+ person tent. This is one of the few 3-person tents out there. We wanted it to have a little extra room with a kid on the way. It sleeps…
Mountain Hardwear X-Country 40
Lightest, smallest-packing, synthetic bag I've seen. This a great synthetic bag. It's super small and light (1 lb., 14 oz.) and packs down to…
MSR WhisperLite
The size of this stove is awesome and what it can do is even better. I do a lot of interior camping with portaging so this stove has been dependable,…
Ozark Trail 2-Person Junior Dome Tent
Good tent for introductory backpacking or lightweight camping. My background is car, backpacking, and motorcycle camping for over 10 years.
Ledge Featherlite +20
It's definitely a deal, for me it was $45 and is a 3-season bag. It fits in a backpack nicely at 12 inches long and 8 wide in the compression…
Danner Mountain Light II
Feet jeeps. I like these boots. they're as amphibious as hiking boots get. i try to test them every day i wear them, and i wear them pretty…
reviewed by gmid83
June 14, 2013
Petzl TacTikka XP
I am very pleased with it. It's water resistant (for rain), it has 3 brightness settings, and another button for super bright mode (must hold…
reviewed by gmid83
June 14, 2013
SmartWool Hiking Medium Crew
Very comfortable merino sock that is great for day hikes. Good cushion, keeps your feet dry, low odour. However it is starting to show signs…
reviewed by TJ1984
June 14, 2013
Mountain Hardwear Ampato Jacket
Very light, breathable, good for not so severe use. Good for ordinary outdoor using, net inside is like common sports suit. The total weigh…
Bridgedale Bamboo Lo
A very soft, comfortable, reasonably hard-wearing sock that keeps feet cool and dry. Overall a good product, which can be found for a reasonable…
reviewed by TJ1984
June 14, 2013
Wigwam Gobi Liner Crew
I hate blisters. These liners do an awesome job providing slick surface to rub in my boots besides my heels as well as keeping them dry by wicking…
reviewed by PNW_John
June 14, 2013
Kelty Tioga 5500
Huge! You could pack everything you'd ever need in the wilderness into this bag. It's monolithic. it's actually a little too big for me personally,…
reviewed by gmid83
June 14, 2013
The North Face Rock 32
I love the all mesh top. it's great for those hot summer nights. on nights when it sprinkles a little, it usually doesn't matter because the…
reviewed by gmid83
June 14, 2013
Marmot Minimalist Jacket
Seems good so far. I've only gotten to test it during the summer so far, but it is definitely waterproof and windproof. I'm one of those people…
reviewed by gmid83
June 14, 2013
Klymit Static V
Good stuff. A great design. in theory, the v shape tubes limit air movement, keeping the warm air that's under your body, under your body. it…
reviewed by gmid83
June 13, 2013
MSR Dromedary Bags
My go-to water container for backpacking — ultra durable, easy to use, different sized water streams. Would highly recommend to anyone backpacking…
Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter
Best ultralight water filter. I have used a variety of filters/chemicals for decades. This is the best I have ever used! I have added a connector…
reviewed by David Stutzman
June 13, 2013
Platypus Sprinter X.T. 35.0
Whether you're out on a day hike, bike ride, or even an overnight backpacking trip, the Platypus Sprinter XT 35 is a great pack that has many…
reviewed by mangus7175
June 13, 2013
Metolius Element Belay Carabiner
*Dislike. I marked this biner, used it once, and retired it to the shelf. Thankfully, I only bought one. The gate takes too many spins and it…
Black Diamond Mini Pearabiner
Easy to lock/unlock. One of my favorites. I can lock/unlock this with the flick of a thumb.
GoLite Jam 50L
For cutting pack weight, this is a wonderful choice. To make the transition to this pack, you already need to have your pack weight down to…
JanSport Mesh Pack
This product is very durable. I have taken it on many hikes and use it practically daily. It is very versatile for a pack and lets me keep my…
Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter
Lightweight, versatile, and fast. Sawyer does make several attachments that allow the system to be used with traditional bladders, and can be…
Kelty Cosmic Down 20°
Warmth and packable. I own a sea kayak guide business and was looking for a warm packable sleeping bag for my guests. "Packablity" is a huge…
reviewed by Brian Johnson
June 13, 2013
MSR Hubba Hubba
I really wanted to test the idea of a three-season tent by taking it to Patagonia — the land of 4 seasons in a day. Now obviously MSR sells…
reviewed by Tyler NAkoa Egan Parkes
June 13, 2013
Eagles Nest Outfitters DoubleNest
Great product. This guy is easy to set up, comes in lots of bright colors (easier to find at night), and is plenty strong. My first one tore…
Light My Fire Spork
Lightweight, cheap enough to lose without worrying about. Not a bad product for the money, could use a hole drilled for string (personal preference).
Bahco Laplander Folding Saw
A great, lightweight handsaw to toss in your pack. It works well at cutting wood for a fire as well as clearing smaller sized blowdown from…
reviewed by PNW_John
June 13, 2013
Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter
I own most of the water purification methods that exist. This is by far the easiest to use and the lightest (ignoring bad-tasting pills). I…
WeatherRun iPhone App
WeatherRun app helps you to check and track weather conditions along with all the tracking stats such as distance, duration, speed, calories,…
ALPS Mountaineering Lightweight Series Self Inflating Air Pads
I love this pad except there is a small tear in the cover from something. I have no idea what I did to tear it. It is small and it doesn't affect…
Big Agnes Big House 4
Best small family car camping tent there is! It's been perfect for my wife and I and our dog on camping trips, definitely the best tent I've…
Garmont Nagevi
Light trekking shoes for easy hiking. I have started with Nagevi shoes in 2001 and have tried all of theri models. I have tiny feet so italian…
Eureka! Tetragon 9
Not too good of tents as poles break, shock cords snap and fly rips easliy. Bought 13 of these for Scout Troop. Before using sprayed each one…
CamelBak M.U.L.E.
Great little pack! Very versatile and surprisingly roomy. I've used mine for biking, running and festivals, and it works like a charm. I bought…
Trek Light Gear Single Hammock
This is an excellent and comfortable hammock for everyone. I've brought this with me on site camping trips with my sons and they love sleeping…
reviewed by Cindy Carlson
June 12, 2013
Craghoppers Basecamp Trousers
Lightweight, fast drying, well constructed hiking trousers ideal for late-spring, summer, early autumn hiking. Very comfortable, good looking…
reviewed by TJ1984
June 12, 2013
Craghoppers Kiwi Pro Stretch Trousers
Great looking, comfortable, well designed "softshell-like" pants ideal for hiking, but inconspicuous enough for daily wear. Very comfortable…
reviewed by TJ1984
June 12, 2013
Arc'teryx Quintic 28
Excellent all around pack. Great for skiing, day hikes, travel, class, etc. I would definitely recommend this pack! I debated whether to get…
REI Polar Pod +25
Super comfortable! Great for most weather. I love this sleeping bag so much. It is so comfortable, I never want to get out of it in the morning.
REI Mars 80
Super awesome pack, great for hiking. Don't worry about the weight as the hip straps are awesome. The duffle bag feature is great as well. The…
GSI Halulite Microdualist Cookset
Compact, light and convenient. Perfect Trekkers cookset. I bought this a couple of years ago and fell in love with it! I'm able to pack my entire…
Kelty Red Cloud 110
It has excellent adjustability for different body types. Well built design. Excellent quality, was easy to carry. I would highly recommend it.
The North Face Tephra 22
Simple design of a tent. This no-frills tent will get the job done. This tent is what I would consider a roomy 1 person tent. That being said,…
Kelty Coyote 80
This pack is one I would buy again in a heart beat. For the low price, you can't find a better quality pack. The versatility and comfort definitely…
Kelty Grand Mesa 2
My first impressions are very positive on the Grand Mesa 2. Roomy, well-made and while not the lightest tent out there at all, it has an excellent…
reviewed by TNHiker70
June 11, 2013
Kelty Yellowstone 6
Used this tent for two dogs, the wife and myself. Fit a pair of cots in their and everyone had plenty of room. Nice for having a little indoor…
Guyot Designs Squishy Pet Bowl
These food grade silicone bowls are great! They can be squished, rolled, folded up, thrown in a corner of a bag and bounce back into shape when…
reviewed by PNW_John
June 11, 2013
Kelty Gunnison 2.1
My Kelty Gunnison 2.1 has served me very well for the past three years. I've spent many nights in it and it is still in great condition. It…
Kelty Ouray 3
This tent is easy to set up and lightweight. Totally recommend Kelty tents to everyone.The two doors are great feature. This tent is great.
Kelty Red Cloud 5000
Great for hauling larger loads. Very comfortable and lots of organizer pockets. Overall I really like this pack for long hauls. It holds a lot…
reviewed by Anna Mohler
June 11, 2013
Columbia Master of Faster Mid Omni-Tech
For those looking to ditch those clunky boots for a lightweight hiking shoe with ankle support, Master of Faster has you covered. Columbia Sportswear…
reviewed by At The Fork
June 11, 2013
Kelty Recluse 2.5i
Nothing more important than how you sleep at night on the trail. The Recluse 2.5i has been perfect, even at 6'2"and 210lbs it has been extremely…
reviewed by Steve Pstragowski
June 11, 2013
Snow Peak LiteMax Titanium
This is a compact and light stove that packs a punch. Great stove for the majority of your adventures. Without going to an alcohol stove, this…
Ahnu Montara Boot
These are by far the best hiking boots I have ever owned! They are very comfortable and supportive and required no breaking in at all! The inside…
reviewed by Anna Mohler
June 11, 2013
Montrail Wasatch II
A very firm sole shoe that works great for the technical runner. It provided great sole support so that precise foot plant placement. Great…
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