Is the Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero SL Parka good for Denali?
Is the Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero SL Parka good for Denali?
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Will you recommend a good winter backpacking boot?
Can you recommend some good winter backpacking boots? Most of the time, I’d be around 4,000 feet, though I do spend some time around treeline as well.
What’s the best jacket for biking during the winter?
I ride my bike to class every morning, and as the temperature drops, I have a jacket problem that is two fold. 1) My fleece does little to stop the piercing...
Which light-weight gear will work best on the Appalachian Trail?
I’m an avid day-hiker, and now I want to do weekend and longer hikes. I have thought about doing the Appalachian Trail but need tips on light-weight gear....
How long should I hang on to my sleeping bag?
How long should you hold onto a sleeping bag? When cleaning out our attic, we came across some sleeping bags that are from our college days (we’re 35 now)....
Can you help me lighten my backpacking load?
My wife and I are trekking in Chile and Argentina next summer, so we’ve decided to exploit the circumstances and replace most of our equipment with newer...
Is there a shoe that acts like a light-hiker shoe but looks at home in the office?
My work frequently takes me to developing-world destinations where streets are unpaved and sidewalks nonexistent. Yet I'm generally expected to maintain...
Which shell will keep me dry and warm, without overheating, for winter running?
I've just started running again after a long lay off, and I don't want to lose momentum over the winter. What's the best shell I can get to keep me dry and warm...
What are the best binoculars for the trail?
What’s the latest scoop on a very good pair of compact binoculars that can handle rough weather and hiking conditions?
Which GPS will allow family to track a cross-country bike trip?
My son is cycling the Lower 48 starting on January 1, and I would like some way to keep up with him. Is there a GPS unit that can accomplish this?
How can I tell if a bike helmet fits my child properly?
My nine-year-old son informed me that my helmet fits him. I wear an adult medium helmet. Do I really have to go with one that’s youth specific?
Which jacket can stand up to working outside all winter?
I work outside year-round (at the flightline of an airport), and in the winter the cold wind really gets me. I need a jacket that is comfy, warm, and tough, and...
Plastic boots proved to be too much for Rainier. What should I wear instead?
I climbed Rainier in June of 2008 and hated the plastic boots. I’m returning to Rainier next summer and am looking for a good pair of non-plastic boots...
Can any lightweight, freestanding tents hold up in foul weather?
Could you recommend a good freestanding, lightweight two-person tent? My husband and I often take multi-day kayaking trips and camp on rocky islands (e.g., in...
How can I ramp up the warmth in a sleeping bag?
My 12-year-old daughter gets very cold at night when we’re camping. We are backpackers and tend to camp just under treeline between May and October. She...
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