Reviews
Gear Review: Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2
Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL 2 was for a two person tent. On the Appalachian Trail, I used the Big Agnes Copper Spur UL3 tent and gave it a...
Gear Review: AKU Tengu Low GTX
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Gear Review: Sierra Designs Neah Bay Jacket & Elwah Pant
Sierra Designs Women’s Elwah Pant At-a-Glance MSRP: $79.00 Weight: 12.8 ounces Materials: Hurricane Extend 2L breathable; mechanical stretch polyester rip; 80D polyester Overview The Women’s
Gear Review: REI Co-op Drypoint GTX Jacket
REI has recently released rain gear with Gore-Tex membranes, utilizing one of the highest performing waterproof/breathable technologies available. The jacket is priced well, performs
Gear Review: Sierra Designs Sweet Suite 2
Sierra Designs' new Sweet Suite 2 is a tent with an exceptional balance of durability, price, and livable space. Unique features such as the versatile fly system and near-vertical walls...
Gear Review: Sierra Design Neah Bay Rain Jacket
Neah Bay Rain Jacket. Normally, I don't wear rain jackets while hiking because it quickly turns into a sweat jacket. However, after moving to Colorado, I've found myself wearing rain...
Review: Feathered Friends Petrel UL 10 Women’s Sleeping Bag
The Petrel UL 10 is Feathered Friends' warmest three-season women-specific sleeping bag. The bag is built with extra fill in the chest and footbox based on regions with need for...
Gear Review: Gossamer Gear Silverback 50
Gossamer Gear has been a prominent brand in ultralight backpacking for almost 20 years. They have a reputation for simple, lightweight, high-functioning gear. I used the Silverback 50 on my...
Gear Review: Osprey Levity 60L
Basic Specs Lumina 45L MSRP: $250 Weight: 1 pound, 12.2 oz Load Range: 5-25 Pounds Overview Osprey’s latest offering is a lighter re-imagining of their popular Exos pack series.
Gear Review: Gregory Octal 45
men's Optic, and both are available with a Each year, more brands are catching on as long-distance hikers opt for slimmed-down packs. Gregory has been known for Osprey's Exos, finding...