Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Gear”
As a member of the Outdoor Blogger Network, I recently had the opportunity to review the Sauce Chill Toque hat and I must say I was impressed. Sauce allowed me my choice of color so I chose the Purple Pinwheel pattern. It was bright and cheery. My first test of the hat was during a brisk walk on a 46 …
One of the most popular articles I’ve written was “17 Gift Ideas for Adventurous Women – From ‘Biners to Bags”. Here is a more romantic take on gifts for your adventurous Valentine – male or female. SPOT GPS Messenger – Show both that you care about your Valentines safety and that you are interested in their travels. The Messenger not …
This is a new series where I will discuss one item I carry either in my backpack, day-pack or camera bag, as well as one I don’t. I came up with the idea after being asked repeatedly what I carry. What items are “must haves” is very individual, so these are just my preferences. Perhaps you will find some new …
Over more than two decades I’ve tried several styles of backpacking stoves for my adventure travels. Most recently, I’ve been using a simple alcohol stove, but missed the level of flame control provided by compressed gas models. When Appalachian Outdoors asked me to review the MSR Pocket Rocket, I jumped at the chance. The last compressed gas stove I owned, …
Do you have a girlfriend, sister, mother or grandmother who is more adventurous than traditional? If so, you may have already stumbled a few times choosing a gift. If she prefers backpacks to Coach bags, or wet suits to evening gowns, this article will help you get started on your shopping list.