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What Gear Do You Love?
Whether it’s your first review or fortieth, we want to hear your individual experiences with the gear, clothing, and footwear that gets you outside. No matter your experience level—first-timer or expert—you have something unique to contribute, and can help others access the outdoors safely and comfortably. Let's hear about your gear! Read More »
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Recent Reviews
Rab Gore-Tex Infinity Down Jacket
by Ken Sternberg March 3, 2021
This coat’s very warm, windproof, and highly water resistant. Also quite comfortable and good fitting. I wanted a very warm jacket for horribly cold, windy New… Full Review »
Keen Targhee II
by Lester M March 1, 2021
As a light duty trail/approach shoe, this product didn't meet my expectations. The support and comfort levels did not match earlier Keen purchases. I really like… Full Review »
Craghoppers Corey Half Zip
by Lester M March 1, 2021
A cosy three-season sweater which is durable, comfortable...but not really "technical" in the outdoor activity sense. High quality material and manufacture, minimalist… Full Review »
Arc'teryx Alpha SV Jacket
by andrew f. February 28, 2021
The Alpha SV is a worthwhile shell jacket for bad weather and more than an average amount of wear and tear. The heavy duty Gore Tex Pro fabric and astute design… Full Review »
Helly Hansen HH LIFA Stripe Crew
by Lester M February 27, 2021
An all-time classic design. Form meets function. Every competing manufacturer has tried to persuade the public that the original HH vest is outmoded. It has no… Full Review »
Dion Snowshoes 121
by John Warner February 25, 2021
I've used my Dion lightweight snowshoes for snowshoe running and races for 10 years. They are the best! Easy to repair—take into a shoe repair shop for new rivets… Full Review »
Buffalo Mountain Shirt
by hwy1north February 25, 2021
Incredibly functional, warm, and featherlight protection for high effort activity in wet, windy, or cold climates. After suffering the last 30 years hiking the… Full Review »
Mountain Equipment Saltoro Jacket
by Justin Rodda February 23, 2021
Lightweight, breathable, adequate ventilation, affordable, annoying zippers. Beautiful jacket, the Gore-tex is not too crinkly, is quite breathable, and is very… Full Review »
Buffalo Mountain Shirt
by Lester M February 23, 2021
The most versatile outdoor garment I've ever used. Possibly the best return, for the initial purchase price, of any athletic kit I've bought. I've had at least… Full Review »
Naturehike Cloud UP 2
by Anna G Grace February 22, 2021
Lightweight and easy to pitch. A fabulous lightweight tent which I used for biking. Pros and cons as above. I have had no trouble getting it back into its bag,… Full Review »
Bigfoot Snowshoes ADV Adventure Series
by Andrew Dean February 22, 2021
I purchased both these and Atlas branded snowshoes. The Bigfoot snowshoes have held up after 8 years; where the bindings on the Atlas branded snowshoes cracked… Full Review »
Jetboil MightyMo
by John Clark February 21, 2021
It works very well with my Imusa grease cup as a pot. I had the metal tube that holds the igniter wire get slightly shifted after banging around my cook kit. By… Full Review »
Optimus No. 00
by Lester M February 20, 2021
An heirloom product, not a disposable gadget. In the 1980s, I was working as an Outdoor Pursuits instructor, introducing English kids to camping, caving, canoeing… Full Review »
The North Face Tadpole 23
by rwood8600 February 20, 2021
Unbeatable tent for one or two in bad unpredictable conditions. Great tent, very sturdy in wind and rain. The one I have is the all interior NON-Mesh fabric built… Full Review »
Alpina BC 1550
by Roscoe February 18, 2021
Best classic boots I have used. Comfortable, good support, right flex, warm, easy to put on and off with some thoughtful details. Only issue is that the surface… Full Review »
Darn Tough ATC Micro Crew Midweight Hiking Sock
by denis daly February 17, 2021
Darn Tough midweights give you fit, comfort, and durability, plus a lifetime warranty in a reliable sock. Terry loops are close knitted in the footpad and higher… Full Review »
Nikwax Tent & Gear SolarProof
by Tyler Veinot February 15, 2021
I tried a number of products to restore the water repellence of my gear and this stuff did the job. I have a winter coat that was waterproof at 15000ml and a pair… Full Review »
Under Armour Storm Tactical Patrol Pants
by Tyler Veinot February 15, 2021
Fit well and water resistant. I bought them from Winners for $29.99 and have been out several times with them on warm, cool, and cold weather hikes of up to… Full Review »
Frogg Toggs Ultra-Lite2 Poncho
by g00se February 15, 2021
Light, breathable, and versatile, the Frogg Toggs UL2 Poncho provides the rain protection you need without busting the bank. After being pleased with FT's Waterproof… Full Review »
Black Diamond Stance Belay Parka
by Paul Lapierre February 9, 2021
Thin synthetic parka that can be used as a middle layer or outer layer. I bought this to use as a middle layer under my guide jacket on those extremely cold mornings. I… Full Review »
Darn Tough Quarter Lightweight
by denis daly February 6, 2021
Darn Tough is what they are...Tight woven wool socks with a lifetime warranty. I have had other wool socks but none have held up like these. The two pairs I have… Full Review »
Marmot PreCip Jacket
by Adr1an February 6, 2021
10000 mm waterproof membrane; based on personal experience I recommend using it when not carrying a backpack or anything else on your back. First of all who I am… Full Review »
That Wild Country: An Epic Journey through the Past, Present, and Future of America's Public Lands
by KiwiKlimber February 5, 2021
A down-to-earth book that is one part adventure journal and travelogue and one part approachable history lesson on public lands in the United States. The author… Full Review »
Bushka’s Kitchen Unstuffed Pepper with Ground Bison
by denis daly February 5, 2021
Unstuffed peppers... They taste just like stuffed peppers with all the fresh ingredients and tomato sauce. This is a small company that does batch to order. I found… Full Review »
MPowerd Luci Solar String Lights
by The Cedar Journal February 4, 2021
Who needs strings lights? Anyone who wants to glam up the camping experience. You can do just that with these easy to use string lights from Luci. Oh, and they… Full Review »
Fjallraven Expedition Down Lite Jacket
by Luis Fernando Arevalo February 3, 2021
An expedition parka with an urban soul. Above all, this jacket is a classic. It hasn't changed and it has a history. It also has a Swedish soul. The character is… Full Review »
Gregory Baltoro 65
by jeff foreman February 3, 2021
Great quality at a great price. An even better company regarding their attitude towards the hiker. Gregory is a company that cares about its customers. I… Full Review »
Eureka! Assault Outfitter 4
by Jim February 1, 2021
Boy Scout leadership tent with 20 years on it! Been through Michigan winter camping to Black Hills mountain camping. Yes, it's heavy, it's not a backpacker, it… Full Review »
NEMO Hornet 1P
by Luis Fernando Arevalo February 1, 2021
1-Person Castle Reading many reviews on tents makes me ponder why people complain about space. A tent must be convenient, light, and use little space on your pack. Full Review »
Rab Kinetic Alpine Pants
by Luis Fernando Arevalo February 1, 2021
Summer has a new friend. The Kinetic has proven a phenomenal solution to non-winter protection. Often, during summer and fall, to carry a Gore-Tex pants shell isn't… Full Review »
