By Will Rietveld |
on November 03, 2009 | in
Gear »
ReviewsTrim-fitting ultralight three-season down jacket with a great shell and basic feature set, but its numerous horizontal seams allow down fragments to leak out.
By Doug Prosser |
on April 19, 2006 | in
Gear »
Gear ListsPhilmont Guidebook to Adventure: "Remember, the key to successful backpacking is to go lightly."
By Kevin Sawchuk and Dave Chenault |
on November 03, 2009 | in
Techniques »
TechniquesWith temperatures that ranged from -5 F to 40 F, the Bob Marshall Wilderness threw some formidable weather our way and reminded us: this stuff ain't for the faint of heart!
By Alan Dixon |
on October 27, 2009 | in
Gear »
ReviewsThe E-620 is the lightest mid-sized or "crop sensor" format DSLR with all the functionality and image quality for serious backcountry still photography - even in difficult situations like handheld shots in low morning and evening light.
By Will Rietveld |
on October 13, 2009 | in
Gear »
ReviewsLower volume ultralight backpack with removable stays and other components - so you can set up the pack for individual trips and personal preferences to your heart's content.
By Rick Dreher |
on March 13, 2007 | in
Gear »
ReviewsA roomy, comfortable, lightweight framed backpack with lots of pockets, good load control, an adjustable torso length, and a few weak spots.
By Roger Caffin |
on June 09, 2009 | in
Techniques »
Make Your Own GearMaking a baffled down quilt is simple compared to making a baffled down sleeping bag. Both are described in this article, with the emphasis on the quilt.
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Technology »
Test ReportsAn in-depth comparison of the properties of wool and synthetic fabric for base layers yielded some surprising results.
By Ryan Jordan |
on May 30, 2004 | in
Techniques »
TechniquesA brief review of bear bag hanging techniques with a focus on minimizing weight and maximizing simplicity.