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Eton Portable Chargers Keep You Prepared While Camping & Backpacking

You have plenty of options when it comes to additional battery power when in the great outdoors, and Eton’s pocket-sized products are among the best out there. Here’s a rundown of the company’s top offerings and my two cents on why you should certainly keep them in mind when shopping for your next on-the-go power […]

Buying Advice on Choosing the Perfect Sleeping Pad

I’ve backpacked across 3 continenents & in all 4 seasons & trust me: Buying the best sleeping pad for your needs is one of the 5 most important gear choices. Need some help picking out your very first sleeping pad, or maybe a refresher before getting a new one? Here’s what to look for, where […]

Vasque Eriksson GTX Backpacking Boots: A First Look at Outdoor Retailer

The new Vasque Eriksson GTX Backpacking Boots debut this year and they’re aiming for that hard-to-achieve perfect balance of casual comfort and tough-as-nails performance. I got to see the Eriksson GTX boots at this year’s Winter Outdoor Retailer in January, but you won’t be able to get your hands on (or feet in) a pair […]

The North Face's Mountain Athletics Training Program Will Get You in Gear

The North Face once again proves it’s the go-to destination for professional and amateur athletes around the globe with its new Mountain Athletics online training program. Going it alone can be tough. No matter what your goal may be, when you face the hurdles in your path with no one by your side to cheer […]

Keep Your iPhone Batteries Juiced with Mojo Refuel iPhone Cases

When it comes to making sure your electronics are always full of juice on the trail, the Mojo Refuel series has got you covered in so many ways. Having a decent power source (not to mention a backup or two) is such an important part of modern hiking, climbing and camping. We use our smartphones […]

10 Best Energy Bars: A Salty Review of 10 Popular Brands of Bars

Energy bars — YUCK, right? Well, we taste-tested 10 different energy bars to give you our take of the 10 best energy bars. Great for quick bursts of energy while biking, hiking, skiing or any other outdoor activity, energy bars are hugely popular among adventure sport enthusiasts, and for good reason. They’re certainly not the […]

ICEdot's Crash Sensor Just May Save Your Life

ICEdot’s revolutionary Crash Sensor won’t keep you from falling, but it will get you the help you need if/when you do. Nothing’s more terrifying than a remote mountain biking or road cycling crash. When that happens, the Icedot Crash Sensor can get you the help you need. Getting that natural rush in the snow or […]

GoLite Wind River Softshell Pants: A Hands-On Review

In my never-ending quest to find the perfect winter outerwear, I’ve come across some truly awesome gear, but the GoLite Wind River Softshell Pants may just be my new favorite. No, I take that back. They definitely are a new favorite. GoLite sent me these pants a few months ago to give a review of. […]

REI's Latest Flash Gear is Totally Worth Checking Out!

REI’s Flash products are perfect for quick trips up the mountainside when the last thing you want is heavy gear dragging you down. We own a few: 2 REI Flash Daypacks and an REI Flash Backpacking Backpack. But these were the Flash gear of yesteryear… Now, REI has re-designed their Flash series to meet the […]

The LifeStraw Water Purifier is the Lightest Backpacking Water Filter

LifeStraw is a lightweight, compact, powerfully effective water purifier from a company with a conscious. And while it’s the most lightweight filter for backpackers, LifeStraw knows that clean drinking water isn’t just a necessity for campers and hikers, it’s essential for everyone. Since its creation in 2005, the LifeStraw has become a must-have water purification […]