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    • Bedrock and Paradox. Based in MT. One of my faves. Trustworthy gear reviews and nicely done trip reports.
    • Paul Mags blog. Based in CO with tons of good posts. Trustworthy gear reviews. Great tips on cheap, functional gear here and a treasure trove of great content dating back years. Very cool trip reports. Legit.
    • Andrew Skurka’s blog. Less frequent posts than the others, but all high quality info. Videos are great too.
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How to Commandeer Your Uncooperative Pulk

A pulk is an awesome way to enjoy winter backpacking, but it can be a pain in the ass to … More

gear maintenance, gear review, snow camping

Gear That has been Working Out Just Fine

  I’ve been meaning to write about gear in individual reviews, but have been more pressed for time lately.  Plus, … More

gear review

My thoughts on the ACR Resqlink Personal Locator Beacon 1 year in

1 year Review of the ACR Resqlink Personal Locator Beacon Most places I backpack do not have cell phone service. … More

backcountry safety, gear review

Another Glowing Review of Cascade Designs Trekking Poles 2+ year review

I can’t remember exactly when I bought these poles, but it was at least two years ago, possibly longer.  I … More

gear maintenance, gear review

My Quiver of Backpacking Shelters

Currently I have four separate shelters for different types of trips generally depending on the season, amount of precipitation, and … More

gear review

Luci Lux Inflatable Solar Light 1 Year Review: A Surprisingly Awesome Accessory for Backpacking and Travel

My partner asked for the Luci Lux LED Inflatable Solar Lantern for Christmas in 2015.  I thought it was really … More

gear review

I’m Done With the Sawyer Mini: 18 Month Review

I ordered the Sawyer Mini back in March of 2015 with pretty high hopes, which were mostly held up.  It … More

Fails, gear review

“Army Surplus” Fingerless Wool Gloves

There’s nothing better than cheap, dependable, and functional gear.  Over the years one of my go-to pieces are my fingerless … More

gear review

Review of Lawson Equipment Tough Laces

After I bought these Adidas hiking shoes, the laces started shredding less than a year after I bought them.  The outer sheath … More

gear review

Salmon Butte Trip Report, Gear Test, and Off-Trail Fail

My goal this past weekend was to delve into off-trail adventures in an area I know relatively well.  I wanted to … More

backpacking, camping, Fails, gear review, hiking, MYOG, navigation, oregon, outdoors, trip report, ultralight backpacking

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