What’s the deal with all the different kinds of waterproof/breathable jacket fabrics?
The big breathability issue is making buying a jacket confusing. eVent has thrown a cat among the pigeons and waterproof soft shells also change my options. Is...
Gear Guy
How can I repair a huge tear in my tent?
We have a great 20-year-old 14x14 Eureka family tent. This summer a branch came down and tore a 36 inch vertical rip in the tent. Can it be repaired? Is there a...
Which sunglass lens makes for the best sun-to-shade transition while mountain biking?
What type of sunglass lens makes the transition from sun to shade the easiest for riding singletrack through the forest?
How much clothing should I pack for a ten-day trip in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area?
I'm going into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area for a ten-day trip. On previous excursions I've taken too many clothes and too few clothes, but never found the...
Can I use a four-season tent on Aconcagua?
Is an expedition or burly mountaineering tent (such as The North Face Mountain 25 or Mountain Hardwear's Trango) needed for Aconcagua? Will a sturdy four-season...
What sleeping bag is perfect for a weekend on the Virginia stretch of the AT?
What sleeping bag do you recommend for two to three days near the Virginia section of the AT? I tend to be a warm sleeper and hike spring through fall. Is there...
What's a good bike for longer-distance rides?
I enjoy riding my hybrid bike (Trek 7300), for fun and exercise, on both pavement and gravel/dirt/rocky surfaces. But I'd like something faster and more...
What's better for taking a 13-month-old cycling: a child seat or a trailer?
My wife and I would like to take our 13-month-old daughter cycling with us. We will mostly be doing short trips around town, and we are having trouble deciding...
Can you suggest a good pair of walkie-talkies for on-mountain communication?
I need a good, fairly cheap walkie-talkie. My main use will probably be skiing, so where can I get one that will guarantee reception in the forest? Thanks!
What do you make of Lowa’s Mountain Expert GTX boots?
What do you think about the Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Mountaineering Boots? I used them on Mt. Rainier and they kept my feet plenty warm, but I was wondering if...
What’s the perfect four-person tent?
We are in need of a new tent! Our wonderful ten-year-old, well-used Walrus has served us well, but the dog ate the vestibule two years ago and the duct tape is...
What’s the best pair of trail-runners to hike the AT?
I plan to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail next year, so I'm gearing up now so that I'll have time to test everything. I'm experienced, have guided, and I'm...
What kind of commuting/touring bike can I get for under $1,000?
I've owned touring bikes for almost 25 years. When it was time to change my ride, I would automatically go for touring. But I must admit that I don't leave for...
Who makes boots for freakishly big feet?
I have freakish feet. I am a size 13 with AA width. I can't seem to find a boot that will fit. Any ideas?
Who makes the best cycle-commuter-friendly rain jacket?
I?m a bike commuter of seven months, and fortunately those months have all been dry. Now monsoon season is upon us and I need a jacket to keep me dry on the way...
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