In This Issue

• Profile: Rod Johnson
• Trekking Poles
• Paddling Gear
• News
• Recent User Reviews
• Blog Hits
• Forum Highlights

Profile: Rod Johnson of Midwest Mountaineering

"Ask us. We've been there." Not only is that the slogan for Midwest Mountaineering, it epitomizes the life of the outdoor store's founder and president, Rod Johnson »

Trekking Poles: To Use or Not

Visit any major trail and you'll likely see hikers using trekking poles, matching poles specifically designed for hiking. If you haven't yet tried trekking poles, consider the advantages to decide whether they're a worthwhile addition to your gear closet »

Paddling Gear and Forum added to Trailspace

Members now can review and research canoes, kayaks, packrafts, paddles, outfitting gear, dry bags and storage, and other paddling gear. And since it's not a community without plenty of discussion, we've added a brand-new paddling forum.

News

Celebrate National Trails Day on June 5

More fee-free days on public lands

Safety Recall: Klean Kanteen Sport Cap 2.0

Recent User Reviews

Asolo Lothar GV mountaineering boots by STW Big Agnes Insulated Air Core Pad by cajuncyclr CAMP Corsa ice axe by alpine1 Deuter Kid Comfort II child carrier by MyLifeOutdoors Fusion Terminal 8 belay device by El_GatoLoco Katadyn Combi water filter by James Perry Kelty Pawnee 3300 backpack by cabbott9 L.L. Bean Gore-Tex Cresta Fabric/Leather Hikers by R.kusner MSR HyperFlow Microfilter by Jordan Dayoub Mystery Ranch G-6000 backpack by Tipi Walter The North Face Rock 22 tent by BruceB

MSR HyperFlow Microfilter   Salomon XA Pro 3D Ultra   Wilderness Systems Pungo 120

Osprey Hydraform 2 Liter Reservoir by Chad Hockenbary Patagonia R1 Hoody by Scott Etienne Patagonia Tsali trail runners by Dave Pryor Salomon XA Pro 3D Ultra trail runners by Smitty Smith Scarpa SL M3 backpacking boots by GoingVertical Soto Micro Regulator Stove by Weldman TrekSta Kobra trail runners by Dave Hawley Wenonah Spirit II canoe by second gear Wilderness Systems Pungo 120 kayak by Peter Hussmann Browse all user reviews by date, type, or brand.

Do you have a favorite -- or least favorite -- piece of gear? Write a review.

Trailspace Blog Hits

Get your own Trailspace stickers

Do you let kids collect natural objects?

The Monowalker: bike trailer, hiking trailer, backpack

The President and First Lady hike

National Trails Day coloring contest

Video: Steph Davis on fear and being so in control

Video: Climber Chris Sharma

More from the blog »

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Forum Highlights

Red flags in the mountains

No compass

3- or 4-season tent

Ho-made stove

Clever first aid kit ideas

Lighter better?

Minimalism or unprepared?

Building a climbing wall

Canoe or kayak?

Cold water protective clothing

Trip Planning: Israel National Trail

Trip Report: Northern Patagonia Argentina

Trip Report: My last igloo trip of the season

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