What's a waterproof glove for cold-weather biking?
Do you know of any fully waterproof/breathable gloves made of two- or three-ply Gore-Tex? I'm looking for a glove that I can use for mountain biking when it is...
Gear Guy
What qualities should I look for in a digital camera?
I would like to buy a digital camera to bring on climbing, canoeing, and hiking trips. I had been planning to buy an SLR, but I've recently been tempted by...
How do hiking-boot ratings work?
To me, one of the great mysteries of life has to do with load ratings on boots. For example, some day hiking boots are rated to carry up to 30 pounds after...
Will a pen mark destroy my rope?
Please help! I recently bought a new lead climbing rope (Bluewater Accelerator 60m 10.5 mm) and I did what I have always done: mark the middle with a Sharpie...
Will a pen mark destroy my rope?
Please help! I recently bought a new lead climbing rope (Bluewater Accelerator 60m 10.5 mm) and I did what I have always done: mark the middle with a Sharpie...
Are there any alternatives to DEET-based bug repellents?
I have a few trips planned in bug-infested territory. The problem is that I hate DEET. I just don't like using the stuff. And citronella-based products are...
Are lightweight crampons strong enough?
I'm a middle-aged backpacker trying to lighten my load. I'll will be "climbing" Mount Shucksan in Washington this summer with a guide. A member of our group...
How can I protect my tent zippers?
For the second year in a row, we have just returned from our annual spring camping trip in southern Utah, and because of blowing dust, the zippers on the tent...
Can I get solar panels for my video camera?
I want to take my video camera with me on a trip to the Colorado mountains and am hoping I can buy a solar panel to charge the battery. There seems to be some...
Can I get giardia from swimming?
Now that hikers are supposed to filter/purify all the water they consume, I'm curious if ANY contact with untreated wilderness water is safe? Is it OK to splash...
Can I get giardia from swimming?
Now that hikers are supposed to filter/purify all the water they consume, I'm curious if ANY contact with untreated wilderness water is safe? Is it OK to splash...
Can you recommend some bombproof spotting scopes?
After straining our eyes for years (and believe me, the years have gotten to me) my wife and I have decided to consider a spotting scope for our field trips. I...
What's the deal with baggy mountain bike shorts?
Your Gearness, I started mountain biking about two months ago and bought a Gary Fisher Tassahara. I bought all of the needed accessories—Camelbak, spd...
Is it better to roll or stuff a tent?
Is it better to roll or stuff a tent?
What's the deal on fabrics for HOT weather hiking?
I'm getting back into backpacking after a 20 year hiatus and am boggled by the array of different stuff they're making socks out of these days. Merino wool,...
News
Jun 17, 2013
Grand Canyon Tightrope Walk Will Go...
Without safety gear
0Curious Brown Bear Freed From Jar
Head stuck for 11 days
0Crews Make Progress on Big Meadows Fire
One firefighter evacuated
0New York Plans Composting Program
Will save $100 million
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