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Eagles Nest Outfitters DoubleNest
If you are looking for a simple lightweight alternative to your tent then this hammock might be just the thing for you. Overall the price and…
Marmot ROM Jacket
I love this jacket. I've been living in it for a few months now. It absolutely blocks the wind, but breathes really well. Fit is outstanding!
Marmot Aspen 40 Ultralight
A lightweight, 1.5 pound, 600 down fill summer sleeping bag. This line of Marmot sleeping bags was made exclusively for Dick's sporting goods;…
Osprey Aether 70
Ultra comfy, ultra adjustable pack able to handle significant weight. When it comes to packs, it either feels good or it doesn't. I tried on…
Solo Stove
A no-brainer stove. With abundant wood availability, this is my go-to backpacking stove. This is an excellent stove, with a few important limitations. …
L.L. Bean Microlight FS 1
A reliable companion for the solo backpacker. This tent delivers what you need without unnecessary frills. Best used by solo backpackers on…
Ruff Wear Approach Pack
Great pack, dog doesn't mind it and it stays put. This pack is highly adjustable and fits my dog great. It has never chafed him or irritated…
Merrell Moab Ventilator
This shoe grabs the foot like a glove, solid grip on heel (no lift at all, and I usually have lift problems), wide enough for my moderately…
Eagles Nest Outfitters HotSpot
There are much superior units in the cottage industry. The strange thing about ENO is they are undoubtedly the top hammock seller in the U.S.
Nova Craft Trapper Solo
This canoe is based on a Trapper canoe originally built by Chestnut Canoe Company of New Brunswick. The Chestnut model was designed for trappers…
LifeProof iPhone 4/4S Case
This case is backed by a warranty that stands behind the superior quality of the product. A perfect way to protect your communications when…
BlueWater Ropes Rescue 8
A must-have item for folks on rope! I work with two of these. The first is in my personal climbing bag, for use in my caving activities. The…
Sierra Designs Eleanor Hi DriDown Sleeping Bag
Super warm with amazing loft before and after moisture is introduced. DWR repelled condensation great. Used in 25 degree temps with snow and…
ExOfficio Air Strip Lite Long Sleeve Shirt
Perhaps I'm being a bit nit-picky here because after all this is a very durable, lightweight shirt that still is able to maintain a heavy feel…
Trangia 25-6 UL
While there are plenty of discussions about how to lighten the load, I found the extra weight of this 'system' well worth it. I don't take the…
Scarpa Force X
Great entry level to intermediate shoe, as well as a wonderful all-day multi-pitch choice for the more experienced climbers. Very comfortable…
GSI Halulite Minimalist Cookset
This is a great lightweight cook set, if you have the right type of stove to accommodate the small 4.2 inch diameter. I have recently discovered…
Bosavi Headlamp
A light, compact, rugged, powerful and full-featured LED headlamp with a brand new design, sporting an internal rechargeable battery. Red and…
Marmot ROM Jacket
Good fitting, adequate water repellency for a softshell. EXCELLENT breathability for the wind resistance offered. After years of using different…
Therm-a-Rest Z-Rest
It exceeded my expectations. I like the compactness. When I saw this at the flea market, I immediately snatched it up. I had been seeing these…
The North Face Tadpole 23
It is a tent that will last for years, as it will stand up to the elements and perform predictably. If you are average to big in size, and are…
Big Agnes Seedhouse SL2
The Seedhouse SL-2 is a simple, well-designed, easy to set and take down tent. I have used it in the summer and fall and really like the door…
Garcia Backpackers' Cache
Convenience and security in a stout package. After you accept the bulk and weight of it as a given, the bear can is worth it for the piece of…
MSR Mo Room 2P
The best tent I have ever owned. I have owned over 30 tents thru the years. I now have 6 who have made the cut thru the years. Out of all of…
Salomon XR Mission
Excellent trail running shoes. Light, comfortable, good grip, fast lace-up! I have been running in these for a few weeks now. I previously was…
Black Diamond Cosmo
Just what the doctor ordered! A perfect balance between brightness, features, and cost! 70 Lumens, multimode with a red led for night use, and…
Big Agnes Ethel 0°
This was the solution to my wife's freezing cold nights! My wife and I have been camping for 25 years, and motorcycle camping for over 20 of…
Guyot Designs Utensils
The set is lightweight and very sturdy. They perform double duty for cooking and for eating. They are long enough for cooking, but not too long…
Mountain Hardwear Zonal Jacket
Great alternative to down, best one out there I feel. My wife is allergic to down, so much so that I can't even wear a jacket that has any mention…
Mountainsmith Maverick
A solid (almost bomb-proof) hauler for mid-range trips for the hiker that is into something tunable. I picked mine up right after the model…
iPhone 4 Hiking Apps
Tested three hiking apps for the iPhone 4 while hiking and found good and bad, the bottom line: there is more work needed to improve apps and…
Leatherman Wave
This is the sharpest folding blade I own. The scissors can cut anything. The saw is amazingly sharp. I have been carrying this multitool for…
Black Diamond Orbit
Lightweight, bright, and cleverly-designed, this lantern makes excellent use of diffused light, compacts so that it won't accidentally turn…
Power Pot The PowerPot
Bought one on their Kickstarter last year, and boy was it worth the wait! I'm getting pretty respectable charge times with a simple MSR stove…
Outdoor Research Alti Mitts
If you absolutely need the warmest mitten available, these are the gold standard as far as I am concerned. The combination of a windproof/waterproof…
Vargo Titanium Ti-lite Mug (750 ml)
A good solo cooking pot/mug combo. Lightweight, tough, and plays well with others. I like it. It holds water, it boils water over fire. Not…
Icebreaker Anatomica Brief
As near perfect as can be. Great fit, ideal support that's typically difficult to find, the moisture management of Merino wool and as comfortable…
NEMO Astro Air Short
This non-self inflating sleeping pad/ mattress is light, packable and about as comfortable as a sleeping pad can get for its size and weight.
Black Diamond I-Tent
This is the best of the best. The I-Tent was i-awesome long before any glamorous media gadget. This is the alpha dog of two-person four-season…
La Sportiva Ganda
Super-capable neo-approach shoes that climb “the gnar” and last 5000 miles of hiking. Put the Gandas on and do things you want to do. Forget…
Black Diamond Ultra Mountain Carbon
Crazy light poles that fold small and have an ingenious locking mechanism... all without sacrificing strength. You get what you pay for! These…
Warbonnet RidgeRunner
A hammock you can lay on your stomach in? It's true. I am a devoted stomach sleeper and find this hammock to be my answer to a comfortable night's…
Snow Peak Titanium Mini Solo
Lightweight one- to two-person cooking set. Good for the weight conscious backpackers, mountaineers, and adventures who are looking for a cooking…
Kelty Red Cloud 90
Overall this pack fits the niche very well. For me its a great pack to store my supplies plus supplies for the group. This bag is well constructed…
Vasque Snowblime UltraDry
I was hesitant to try these at first, thinking these would be too heavy and tiresome to wear. Boy, was I wrong! I wanted to do some snow hiking…
Rab Neutrino Plus Jacket
The Rab Neutrino Plus is an overall very solid cold weather performer. The Rab Neutrino Plus is a nice jacket! I own one other Rab product,…
Platypus plusBottle
A water bottle that stores flat or rolled up, takes up virtually no space, is durable, and weighs just .8 oz. What's not to love!? I decided…
MSR Lightning Ascent
MSR Lightning Ascent 30” snowshoes, a very good snowshoe with some unique features. MSR Lightning Ascent 30" snowshoes Period of use: 1½…
GoLite Jam 35L
Great pack for a one or two day trip. I bought the medium and it fits me perfectly (5'6"). Hip and shoulder straps adjust well. Pack carries…
Outdoor Research Mithril Jacket
This jacket lives up to OR's summary. Overall solid performance. Good go-to jacket for cool weather, damp conditions. (She and I in our OR coats)…
GSI Pinnacle Soloist
This kit allows you to carry everything you need for summertime cooking without any wasted space inside your pack. During the spring of 2011,…
Klymit Static V
Great pad, brilliant value! I got my Klymit STATIC V Ultralight Camping Sleeping Pad (72" x 23") in October and immediately hit the trail. I…
Granite Gear Nimbus Meridian Ki
Great weight distribution. Durable. Comfortable. My best friend on the trail. Great customer service I am a small woman and I bought this pack…
Deuter ACT Lite 65+10
This is a very solid backpack for those looking to go lighter but not ready to forgo all advantages of a traditional internal-frame pack. This…
Merrell Moab Ventilator Mid
I would highly recommend these! Used only two pairs on my thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail in 2012. I could not recommend these shoes enough.
Feathercraft BayLee 1
The Feathercraft Baylee is a true whitewater-worthy packraft that is crafted of super high quality urethan that has been electronically welded.
GSI Halulite Minimalist Cookset
This is about the perfect solo trail kitchen out there for those looking for an all-in-one solution. I only took off a half star because the…
Ensolite Sleeping Pad
This product doesn't have a brand name. It's the good old Ensolite Pad, or at least that's what I have always called it. Anyway for those looking…
NEMO Strato Loft 25
Finally a bag for stomach and side sleepers that actually works. You experience the feeling of almost sleeping in big down filled comforter.
Asolo Power Matic 200 GV
The out-of-the-box comfort praises are true, and these things give me grip on rock faces and ledges like Spiderman! You can plow through the…
Mountain Hardwear Wicked Lite Short Sleeve T
This is a great shirt for hiking.! It is lightweight, wicking, and comfortable. It is my go-to 3 season hiking shirt. I wear it March-November.
HammockGear Incubator 40°
Hammock under quilt that is well made and has a realistic temperature rating. I have switched to a hammock as my primary shelter after many…
Black Diamond Mercury 75
Suspension is not a gimmick. Just a few comments on this as still not a great deal written about this pack. Firstly, the suspension. The main…
Platypus GravityWorks Filter System
OMG! Seriously? If you haven't already drooled all over one of these like a lifeless zombie online or in your local shop for hours by now than…
Marmot Storm Shield Jacket
A great rain jacket that is for more than just rainy conditions. From the Manufacturer: You’re not getting older: You’re evolving! And so…
Sazzi Digit
Sazzi's take on the traditional water sandal provides some unique and helpful innovations. Having independent toe movement helps with balance…
Jetboil Flash Java Kit
The Jetboil Flash Java kit is a well designed all-in-one stove/cook pot/insulated coffee press that's a cinch to set up and really delivers…
Mountain Hardwear UltraLamina 32°
Warm, light, compact, goes below 32. Bad first, I hate the zipper on this darn thing. If I was mummied and had to escape a bear, I'd die. I…
Osprey Farpoint 70
Osprey has designed a versatile and quality pack for the urban and travelling yet outdoorsy minded person, but basic flaws such as pocket placement…
Eureka! Tessel 3
This backpacking tent is not the lightest 3-man out there, but it is heavy duty and has plenty of interior volume. Large vestibules and 6 pockets…
MontBell U.L. Down Parka
Light, simple and most of all, warm...and so good I've reviewed it twice!) The odd thing about the U.L., when I first got it, was the sensation…
The North Face Mountain 25
A Swiss Army Knife of a tent. Throwing in my 2c for anyone considering this tent, although I can't speak to the new and improved Mountain 25…
Arc'teryx Cierzo 25
Lots of room for your gear on a dayhike, but light enough to stuff inside a backpack. I was scouting around for a lightweight day pack to stuff…
Klymit Cush
There was a time when pillows were the mark of the meek, the fragile, and the mild... No MORE!! Lightweight, super-durable, and perhaps most…
Sierra Designs Sirius 2
This is the greatest, most versatile tent I've ever owned. I thought at first it sweated some until I switched sleeping ends and then I was…
Big Agnes Summit Park 15
This is the perfect year-round bag! It packs relatively small, is warm and comfy, and doesn't break the bank. If you're a big person who likes…
Sawyer Water Filter Squeeze Pouch
Great concept of a system. Water filter itself is amazing. The bags lack strength and durability. They are the weak link in the system. The…
Trangia 27-5 UL
Great for 1- or 2-person cooking. Stable, windproof platform and failproof. The set: The trangia 27-5 is a nice 2-person starter set. It comes…
Fjallraven Kajka 75
I have carried large packs (65 to 105 L) in all kinds of environments for years now. The Kajka 75 is more comfortable and easier to organize…
Garmin eTrex 10
A quality entry level GPS that will will satisfy any expert. The Garmin eTrex 10 is a great product. It's best used in conjunction with a map…
Therm-a-Rest Compack Chair
Stuffing your Therm-a-Rest sleeping pad in this little shell to create a camp chair is a great lightweight "luxury" item for the woods. Instead…
Teva Tirra
Great women's sport sandal! Very stylish and comfortable for a variety of outdoor activities! I wore them hiking and in the canoe. I am a first-time…
Patagonia Fitz Roy Down Hoody
Warm, compressible down jacket that's great as a mid-layer or in camp. Ripstop polyester shell is tough as nails! The Patagonia men's down hoody…
Big Agnes Big House 6
Easy to set up. Very stable/sturdy. Dry Dry Dry. Spacious. All around amazing My wife and I love this tent. She was extremely hesitant about…
Trailspace Pint Glass
First impressions look good. Much more testing is planned for the future. The text from my wife read: A box came for you today, what did you…
GSI Ultralight Soloist Cook System
Very convenient, will provide for one or two people. I'm normally camping either alone or the girlfriend is hiking along. It's very easy to…
Clif Kit's Organic Fruit & Nut
FOUR ingredients! It's organic, but I like it anyway. I don't agree with the religion of organic food, I think it's a hoax. Having said that…
Marmot Limelight 2P
I chose this tent after a long search. I used it for two and a half months in every weather except snow, and this tent is just terrific! Strong,…
Gregory Denali Pro 105
When it comes to an Ultra Durable pack that can carry enormous loads over uneven terrain, look no further than the Denali Pro from Gregory.
Eureka! Grand Manan 9
Awesome all-around tent. Big space, worry-free waterproof setup, and incredible ventilation. Perfect family tent, not for the backpacker but…
Eureka! Apex 2XT
Amazing tent for the price! Very easy to set up. I can set the entire tent up within 3 minutes. I've never had a problem with the stability. …
Cammenga Compass
Well-made, but less than ideal for non-military users. The U.S. M-1950 dry lensatic compass currently made by Cammenga gets a lot of good press…
RE Factor Tactical Operator Band
The Operator Band takes the traditional paracord survival band to the next level. It has items hidden throughout that make it a TRUE survival…
Exped SynMat 7 Pump
Very comfortable, excellent insulation from cold ground, robust material — less likely to puncture. Packability. An excellent mat for 3-4…
Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter
This filter works very well for 1 or 2 hikers, is incredibly light, and reasonably priced. At 3.5 oz you can't beat the weight. To operate this…
Hennessy Hammock Ultralight Backpacker Asym
Hennessy is of the elite of hammocks. Having slept in a Mexican hammock for a few weeks straight on vacation once, I figured that I could tolerate…
Deuter ACT Trail 20 SL
This pack rocks for carrying a heavy day-load, and carrying it well! The harness and Delrin rods distribute weight evenly and the shoulder and…
Platypus GravityWorks Filter System
This water filter is definitely the best thing going. I have been on numerous multi-person hikes and it keeps everyone in water no matter what…
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