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How to Support the Great Outdoors while Stuck Indoors: Become an Outdoor Advocate
Despite the pandemic shutdown, we can remain connected to the outdoors we love to hike, run, ski, climb, and paddle. Here are some ways to get involved, stay engaged, and become an outdoor advocate, even if you're stuck inside. Read More »
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The Elixir UV Arm Sleeves
by g00se May 30, 2020
The Elixir UV Arm Sleeves provide inexpensive, lightweight protection from sun and bugs, while keeping the wearer cool and comfortable. Worn on a 7-day hike with… Full Review »
Coleman Feather 442 Dual Fuel Stove
by PAUL PICKUP May 26, 2020
Parts readily available, runs on unleaded, easy to service. Bought secondhand dated 1992 in good condition. Cleaned generator with air sensor cleaner and nichrome… Full Review »
Mystery Ranch In and Out
by dwambaugh May 23, 2020
A 19-liter lightweight packable day pack with sternum strap, three outside pockets, an internal hydration sleeve, compression straps, and half-clamshell zippered… Full Review »
Limmer Men's Mid-Weight
by steve foley May 21, 2020
Wonderful leather, clearly well made hiking boots. Just pulled the trigger on a pair of the overstock or blemished midweights. I had been working through hotspots… Full Review »
Patagonia Women's PowSlayer Bibs
by Alicia MacLeay May 20, 2020
Patagonia's PowSlayer Bibs are a premium, lightweight yet durable, waterproof snowsports pants for the backcountry-focused skier and rider. They work equally well… Full Review »
Montane Men's Alpine Raid Hoodie
by Jake W May 19, 2020
The Montane Alpine Raid Hoodie is a fleece mid-layer designed to be tough, stretchy, and unrestrictive. Its best uses are as part of layering system where its high… Full Review »
Patagonia Women's PowSlayer Jacket
by Alicia MacLeay May 18, 2020
Patagonia's PowSlayer Jacket is a premium, lightweight yet durable, waterproof snowsports jacket for the backcountry-focused skier and rider. It works equally well… Full Review »
Hilleberg Staika
by Andy Kromarek May 18, 2020
This is a great tent if you regularly experience heavy wind and/or storms. If not it's probably overkill. It sets up extremely quickly, and keeps the interior dry… Full Review »
MySurvivalPack Core PUK Micro Stove
by Bentbrook May 14, 2020
The Core PUK Micro Stove is a fuel-efficient alcohol stove with a titanium base for stability and a titanium pot stand for ease of use. Easy to set up and use,… Full Review »
Gossamer Gear Vagabond Packable
by dwambaugh May 14, 2020
Excellent ultralight and packable 23-liter backpack for EDC, travel, and day hiking. I have owned the Gossamer Gear Type II Summit Pack and the original Vagabond… Full Review »
Outdoor Research Prologue Field Jacket
by dwambaugh May 13, 2020
Medium weight soft shell jacket. Excellent general purpose jacket for travel, work, chores, casual wear. The Outdoor Research Prologue Field Jacket is a good general… Full Review »
Mystery Ranch G6000
by Andy Kromarek May 12, 2020
An indestructible pack made for heavy loads. If you're rough on gear and/or carry a lot this is the pack for you! (If you can find one.) This is my go-to pack from… Full Review »
Mammut Men's Masao Hooded Hardshell Jacket
by Kato Baker May 10, 2020
Three-layer shell...Mammut has been tops for me. I have come back to the Masao hard shell last year after owning one when they were introduced. Been through some… Full Review »
The North Face Cobra 52
by Kato Baker May 10, 2020
Lightweight, bombproof, and well thought out. A keeper for my uses in winter and summer as well. Been through a few nice ski/board packs. All were beautiful for… Full Review »
Mammut Magic Guide High GTX
by Kato Baker May 9, 2020
Tried a lot of the best Italian and USA companies. These blow them away dollar for feature. Mammut hits a home run with these. Outta the box comfortable immediately...! Full Review »
Old Town Penobscot 16
by Isaac Pardonvarde May 9, 2020
A rugged, sturdy, and versatile canoe. Like a brick house this little canoe is a true workhorse and the standard by which other "Expedition" canoes are judged! Full Review »
Outdoor Research Dry Summit Pack LT
by JR Hunte May 9, 2020
Great minimalist waterproof day pack. Simple and light, very underrated! I have many pieces of Outdoor Research gear, and I have been pleased with all of them. Full Review »
Patagonia Men's SnowDrifter Jacket
by FromSagetoSnow May 6, 2020
Patagonia's SnowDrifter Jacket is a full-featured snowsports jacket that could be stretched for use to hiking or backpacking. I don't remember if this is right… Full Review »
Smartwool Men's Intraknit Merino 250 Thermal 1/4 Zip
by LoneStranger May 5, 2020
The Smartwool Intraknit Merino 250 Thermal Quarter Zip brings 100% Merino wool in a comfortable and warm weave. This shirt works as a base, mid, outer and only… Full Review »
Jetboil MiniMo Cooking System
by Go Time! (Jesse Maloney) April 30, 2020
The JetBoil MiniMo makes cooking in the wilderness easy and enjoyable. It also boils water really quickly! The newer materials, however, are a bit of a letdown. Full Review »
Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2
by Go Time! (Jesse Maloney) April 30, 2020
The Big Agnes Tiger Wall 2 UL tent delivers on its promise of light weight and comfort. Take care of your tent and it will take care of you. Setup: The setup uses… Full Review »
ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 1
by John Hillard April 30, 2020
Robust but lightweight tent that massively overdelivers on value for money. I am on my second Lynx 1 having retired the first after five years of solid use. I'd… Full Review »
Helinox Chair Zero
by NH_and_CH_Mountaineer April 30, 2020
This is a super light chair which is very useful in the backpack or even the paniers on a bike trip. It weighs less than a full water bottle, and it is great for… Full Review »
Hanwag Horndl Boot
by John Hillard April 26, 2020
I've used these boots for 117 days over two years mostly in rough terrain in New Zealand, Australia, and Europe. Being quality manufacture and double sewn construction… Full Review »
Lixada Titanium Folding Spork
by g00se April 25, 2020
Lixada’s Titanium Folding Spork is the perfect utensil for a hiker’s ultralight cookset. Compact and light this spork has replaced the other utensils I used… Full Review »
Helinox Swivel Chair
by KiwiKlimber April 23, 2020
The Helinox Swivel Chair is a comfortable chair that swivels 360 degrees with ease. It’s pretty big and heavy, which means it’s not ideal for backcountry use,… Full Review »
Big Agnes Accessory Park Bag Wedgie
by LoneStranger April 21, 2020
The Big Agnes Park Bag Wedgie is an optional accessory that works with both the Diamond Park and Echo Park series. It zips the opposite sides of a Park Series quilt… Full Review »
Next Mile Meals Buffalo Ranch Chicken
by LoneStranger April 21, 2020
Next Mile Meals are made low carb for folks following a ketogenic diet, but omnivores will appreciate them too. The Buffalo Ranch Chicken Dinner has a lot of meat… Full Review »
Frogg Toggs Waterproof Breathable Boonie Hat
by g00se April 20, 2020
Frogg Toggs Boonie Hat is one of those deals that makes one ask why the big name brands charge so much for their products. This hat has kept me dry in heavy downpours… Full Review »
REI New Route Henley T-shirt
by David Link April 20, 2020
This merino/nylon blend shirt is the pleasant surprise of the season. Though advertised for casual wear, it is a fine shirt for warm weather hiking. … Full Review »
