Gear Reviews
September 9, 2019
Gear Review: Outdoor Vitals Backpacking Quilt
If you are looking for a lighter weight alternative to a sleeping bag, or you want an option that allows for more freedom of movement, this backpacking quilt is a good quality option with a low price tag.
May 16, 2019
Review: Bushka’s Kitchen backpacking meals
Finding good meals for backpacking is not easy, especially if you are a picky eater like me. I tried two meals from Bushka’s Kitchen and found both to taste fantastic.
January 21, 2019
Gear Review: Tarptent Moment DW tent
The Tarptent Moment DW is a lightweight one-person double-wall tent. This is the pre-2019 version that I purchased at the end of 2016 and have used on over 20 backpacking and camping trips.
July 5, 2017
Gear Review: Enlightened Equipment Revelation Quilt
Of all of the gear that I’ve purchased since beginning backpacking several years ago, getting the right sleeping bag has been a bit of a struggle.
March 22, 2017
Gear Review: Survival Hax Camping Cooking Kit
If you are looking for a lightweight and inexpensive cookset for camping or backpacking, the Survival Hax Camping Cooking Kit is worth considering. The full kit weighs less than a pound, and everything nests together for ease in carrying in the included stuff sack.
June 4, 2016
Gear Review: Alps Mountaineering Ultra-Light Air Pad
I tested this sleeping pad on a one-night backpacking trip to Siouxon Creek in May.
December 12, 2015
Gear Review: Salomon Ellipse Aero Shoe
Trail running shoes aren’t just for runners.
