Any ideas for a pair of multisport shades?
I'm after some shades to use while hiking, skiing, running, and biking in Colorado. I would also like something that brightens my view, not darkens it, if that...
Gear Guy
Are there gear carts for hikers with back problems?
I would like to camp at some walk-in campsites but can't carry a heavy pack, having a history of back problems. Does someone make carts for camping that can be...
Can you help me find some wheels for a triathlon?
Help! I have just registered myself in a mini triathlon this July and have no bike. The 12-mile bike section is over trails, and I don't know the first thing...
Can you recommend a clothing list for a neophyte hiker?
I am pretty new to hiking and am wondering about clothing. Is there a list of recommended clothing to take on a three-day hike up a mountain (e.g., Washington's...
What bag will handle torrential Japanese downpours?
I'm a teacher looking for a 100-percent waterproof backpack to use while ferrying from lesson to lesson in Japan. It needs to have a capacity of up to 30...
What light tarp will work for camping on the AT?
My son loves his waterproof shell, my rickety knees love my hiking poles, my feet love my boots, and we eat well using our stove, all of which you've helped...
Why are U.S.-certified PFDs not approved in Canada?
I need some advice about personal flotation devices for sea kayaking. Are they compatible with CamelBak hydration systems? I'm also told that U.S.-certified...
How do I know when to change my water filter?
How do I know when it's time to change the filter in my PUR water filter? I haven't used it much but have had it for several years. Can they go bad or expire?
Do I need high-top boots to hike the Grand Canyon?
I'm planning to hike the Grand Canyon in June. Do I need a high-top hiking boot? I have very comfortable, worn-in low-tops but have read that high-top shoes are...
Is film or digital best at high altitudes?
I'm trekking to Everest Base Camp in October and want to buy a new camera for the trip, probably the Yashica T4 Zoom. As I can't find any advice on photography...
Are tent poles dangerous if lightning strikes?
I recently bought a Talus tent from The North Face for camping in the Shenandoah and Blue Ridge Mountains this summer. Afterwards, though, it occurred to me...
Who makes recyclable fuel canisters?
I really like canister stoves but am concerned about the throwaway nature of the fuel containers. Other than the Coleman Xtreme stove, most seem to use...
Will fatter tires on my road bike prevent the spokes from breaking?
Last year I completed the 340-mile-long Trondheim-Oslo bike ride. I was in great shape but broke no less than four spokes on my fairly new Trek 1200 road bike....
What bike should I be riding if I have back problems?
I'm 42 years old and need to get back into regular exercise since a lower back problem curtailed my jogging career. I was thinking about biking the five miles...
Does the sun protection in clothing deteriorate with washing?
Does the sun protection in clothing deteriorate with washing? I am referring to Columbia Sportswear's sun-shielding gear. Is there any information on how long...
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