What's a good pair of light, durable travel pants?
I'll be going to England, Ireland, and Scotland soon and will spend most nights in my tent or in hostels. My question for you is: what kind of pants should I...
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Does anybody make a slimmer altimeter watch?
I'm a woman with very small wrists and have had great difficulty locating an altimeter watch that I can actually wear. Are there any smaller altimeter watches...
What's a roomy, lightweight tent that's easy to setup quickly?
I'm fortunate enough to live a half-hour from Shenandoah National Park. Often I'll drive out there after work, park by the side of the road somewhere, walk into...
What's a good pair of weatherproof pants for emergencies?
I'd like to invest in a pair of waterproof-breathable pants for one- or two-week treks where I might encounter rain and snow. Ideally, the pants would not be...
Do you have any tips for taking a dog on trail?
Do you have any tips for taking a dog on trail? I'm taking my dog on her first trip and want to protect my gear without constantly worrying about it. Are those...
Can I combine two sleeping bags to make one warmer bag?
My summer bag is an Integral Designs Andromeda Strain (40-degree, Primaloft); my three-season sack is the North Face Cat's Meow (20-degree, Polarguard Delta)....
What kind of crampons do I need to climb Mount Shasta?
A friend and I are planning an attempt to summit Mount Shasta this summer. Neither of us owns an ice ax or crampons and we plan to rent those items when we get...
What's a low-priced road bike I can use for racing?
Sage of swag, I'm in the market for a road bike, and looking for direction. Initially, I'll be using it for fitness riding, but I anticipate riding in local...
Can I repair the butt of my mountaineering pants?
My wife says that my regular reading of your column has cost us a fortune but I swear you've saved me money. Here's a chance to prove your worth, and much more...
Can the same boots take me up Rainer and McKinley?
I need to buy a pair of boots that will work well on Mount Rainer and Mount McKinley. They need to be waterproof and crampon compatible. I don't need them to be...
What do you think of packs with separate suspension systems?
All-knowing Gear Guru, I am intrigued by Dana Gleason's concept of separating a backpack's suspension and pack into two separate components. Is this idea...
Do I upgrade my old mountain bike or get a new one?
My 1994 old-school Nishiki Backroads has no suspension and I'm starting to weekend-warrior on single-track off-road. Should I upgrade components on the existing...
How can I stop my pack from shredding my hips?
I have gotten into section hiking the AT and whenever I go and carry a fair load (more than 30 pounds) I come home with strawberries (abrasions) on my hips from...
How can I stop my pack from shredding my hips?
I have gotten into section hiking the AT and whenever I go and carry a fair load (more than 30 pounds) I come home with strawberries (abrasions) on my hips from...
What gear do I need for an overnight bike trip?
I'm taking a two-day bike tour with a friend. We are both concerned about the camping stuff we need to be carrying. Can you give some advice on what we should...
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