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While the Lowa Pinto Lo may not win the next beauty contest, these shoes are an excellent choice for those who seek quality and comfort for light backpacking excursions or merely a walk through the park. (more…)
For those of us who are not afraid to be stared at, I have come across another interesting fitness product. The Zensah Leg Sleeves. What are they and how do they work? (more…)
The Firesteel 2.0 Fire Starter from Swedish company Light My Fire is a simple, effective, and highly recommended tool for any overland or outdoor adventure enthusiast. (more…)
Looking for a comfortable, durable, and functional hiking shoe that won’t break the bank? Then check out the Juxt shoe from renowned boot company Vasque. (more…)
Mountainsmith’s Approach 35 Backpack is the latest in a line of all-terrain packs purpose-built for multiple uses, whether on a mountain crag on a second pitch of a climb, hiking in the backcountry, or traveling in your Jeep vehicle. (more…)
My wife and I were recently married and as newlyweds, we decided to honeymoon on the glorious islands of Hawaii. We visited three of the islands in the chain: Oahu, Kauai, and Maui. Each island offered us new and exciting experiences and plenty of picturesque scenery; however we still reminisce more about our stay on the island of Kauai. (more…)
There are times when there are only one or two people and there isn’t a need for cooking a large meal. There are also times when something as simple as a can of soup or hot water for coffee or cocoa is all that is desired or needed and in other situations likebackpacking, you want to utilize space and weight as best you can and a smaller cooking unit is preferred. Jetboil has the solution for being able to cook while out on your favorite hike, camping trip, or any other outdoor adventure you may be on while still needing to cook small amounts or separate servings. That solution is the “Flash.” (more…)
It’s that time of year again when the climbing shoes and chalk bag find their place in the gear closet while the crampons and ice tools screech with the sound of a file sharpening their steel points. Yes, winter is finally here and in full glory with plenty of snow and cold temperatures, turning the most glorious of waterfalls into true sculptures of ice that are waiting to be ascended. (more…)
Area BFE…sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie with flashbacks of Roswell, New Mexico and its “alien” reputation. Not even remotely close to Roswell, this 320-acre privately owned area is just south of Jeeping Mecca…Moab, Utah. While the land may be “private,” it is open for public access for anyone who wants to enjoy one of its many off-highway trails or multitude of space for exploration. (more…)
The story of Aron Ralston, an adventurer whose misfortune became the center of attention in 2003 when he self-amputated his right arm when it became lodged between a boulder and rock wall, has now been brought to the big screen in one of the most captivating films of 2010: 127 Hours. (more…)
I remember the conversation during a get together in May of this year. We were there to celebrate the end of the ski season. We were having a good time! Becky (my wife), Regina (a friend), and I were discussing climbing and Regina said she wanted to climb Longs Peak. (more…)
