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Call for Reviews: Your Favorite Spring Gear
As winter begins its transition to spring, Trailspace community members are headed outdoors in a wide variety of conditions. You can help them, and expand the outdoor community’s collective knowledge, by reviewing your most versatile shoulder-season equipment and clothing. What gear did you rely on to get outside safely and comfortably last spring?
The Best Down Jackets
Members of the Trailspace community share their top picks for toasty down jackets for all conditions.
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Yet another decent but ultimately unsatisfying vegetarian meal. What compels a person to continually try new meals in spite of knowing one's preferences and having… Full Review »
Hiking BootsSalomon X Ultra 4 Mid GTX
Very light, sticky sole and decent comfort with waterproofing and durability issues. I've had four or five pairs of different Salomon boots and they've always delivered. Full Review »
Three-Season TentsBig Agnes Seedhouse SL2
Lightweight summerish freestanding tent (low tub) easy to pitch, well made and truly waterproof, great for longer stays too, stayed a month and enjoyed it, didn't… Full Review »
Knives and ToolsPanorama Knife Best of Switzerland Universal Knife
A Swiss-made, stylish, and very sharp knife that's small and light enough for the pack but cuts bread, cheese, and sausage with ease. During the 20+ years that… Full Review »
Weekend PacksKelty Asher 55
The 55/65l version of the Kelty Asher is an excellent and overlooked option at the high end of beginner/budget backpacking and a great option for those more experienced… Full Review »
Backcountry SnowshoesAtlas Aspect
The Atlas Aspect is a unisex backcountry snowshoe that’s available in 24” and 28” sizes. The frame is a hybrid design, with round tubing from the ball of… Full Review »
Water BottlesNalgene 32oz Wide Mouth Ultralite HDPE Bottle
Light weight. Recyclable. Perfect size. Triple threat system! I concur with the previous reviewer. Thought I'd add my system. I use the Aquamira Red Line for… Full Review »
Fleece JacketsPatagonia R2 TechFace Hoody
This is Patagonia's heaviest of the two "R" hoodies and meant for much cooler weather. I got the R2 hoodie as a Christmas present. It has more than lived up to… Full Review »
HeadlampsFenix HM70R
Rugged, long run time, waterproof headlamp When doing anything, especially when I will be away from civilization where potential help if is far away if needed,… Full Review »
Sleeping Pad AccessoriesFlextail ZERO 1.2
Amazing small and light camp pad pump. Until about 3 years ago I have always blown my camp pad up with my lungs. I do have one Exped pad that has a pump built… Full Review »