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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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