What gear do I need for first-time kayaking?
I am going kayaking in two week's time to Big Bend. As I've never done it before, I'd like to know what gear is needed so that I don't freeze in the water.
Gear Guy
How can I dress warmly without all the extra bulk?
Long time read, first time question. I'm a skinny guy. I love to ski, mostly at resorts but a little OB. My question, then: Is there a jacket-shell combo, or...
Are you sure it's safe to use a heater in a tent?
Are you sure about your advice (February 5, 2003) that it's OK to use the Coleman BlackCat heater in a tent? Coleman's Web site shows that one of their BlackCat...
Any ideas for a bike trailer?
I'm looking for info on bike trailers, having checked out some B.O.B. models, the Yakima Big Tow, and Burley's Nomad. Any insights as to which one would be best...
Any ideas for a bike trailer?
I'm looking for info on bike trailers, having checked out some B.O.B. models, the Yakima Big Tow, and Burley's Nomad. Any insights as to which one would be best...
Is Paro the next Gore-Tex?
Have you heard about the latest craze in the U.K.? It's called Paramo clothing, and the claim is that you'll be throwing away all of your Gore-Tex outerwear...
Where's the best place in my pack for a camera?
I recently purchased quite an expensive digital camera. As I'll be backpacking in Montana's Crazy Mountains this June, I'm wondering if it's practical to bring...
What's the best boot for a Himalayan trek?
Your Gearness, what boot do you think I would need for a four-month trek across the Indian Himalaya? I have a pair of Montrail Torre GTXs, but will these...
What's the deal with single-wall tents?
I recently purchased an Annapurna tent from Mountain Hardwear, because I'd like to start getting outdoors on more than day trips. However, the guy at the shop...
Is $400 too much to spend on a Gore-Tex jacket?
I enjoy weekend hiking and overseas travel. At the same time, I want to look good when I dress casually. Because of this, I spent $400 on a Patagonia XCR...
Any advice for a good down sleeping bag?
I'm in the market for a new sleeping bag and would like to give a down bag a try, mostly because of space and weight issues. I'd be using it primarily as my...
Any advice for a good down sleeping bag?
I'm in the market for a new sleeping bag and would like to give a down bag a try, mostly because of space and weight issues. I'd be using it primarily as my...
Is there a ski that can handle both downhill and touring?
I want to buy some new cross-country skis that I can use for both touring and downhill, maybe something along the lines of the Karhu Catamounts. While these...
What's the best-value GPS unit?
I've finally decided to buy a GPS unit. My problem? I don't know which one. Your last review that I can find is three years old, but obviously a lot has changed...
What boot grips best on slickrock?
I'm planning a 14-day backpacking trip down Utah's Escalante River next month, and am puzzled about the ideal footwear to pack. The route involves lots of...
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