What is the best type of sock to wear on a day hike?
What is the best type of sock to wear on a day hike? I am a naturally sweaty person and often my socks get so wet that is causes blisters. Not pretty, I know,...
Gear Guy
Does the newest generation of light hiking boots really cut it on the trail?
Though the treads on my six-year-old Garmont Nagevi boots don't look too worn, I've noticed that I'm slipping more than I used to. I've spent some time trying...
Which down jacket holds up to the demands of mountaineering?
I'm climbing in the Cordillera Real of Bolivia this May, and I know I need to have a down jacket. I hear it can get really cold there. What type of down jacket...
Are any stoves designed to perform at high altitude?
I’m looking for a new camp stove for climbing at high altitude (10,000+ feet). What’s the best stove for the harsher conditions at higher altitudes?
Are cotton clothes really a no-no for hiking in hot weather?
What clothing do you recommend for hiking in hot weather? From time to time I've heard that light cotton or hemp clothes are, in fact, the coolest choice for...
Can a semi-rectangular bag keep me warm enough in the Colorado Rockies?
I find mummy bags to be really confining. I understand the point, of course, but I'm a side sleeper, and I like to lay "can-opener-style." (You know, with one...
What kind of preparation and gear do I need for a 250-mile hike?
My buddy and I are planning a mega-hike down one of Colorado’s mid-length trails during summer 2009. What type of preparation and equipment will we need...
What's your pick for the best lightweight, fast-drying women's travel clothing?
I’m doing research this summer in Panama, which means hot, humid, and often wet conditions (including wading around in water and mud). Can you recommend...
Which GPS unit goes above and beyond in terms of data output?
I cycle long distances, run, backpack, use my bike trainer, etc. And I’d like some type of GPS that has it all so that I don’t have to use three or...
What are your thoughts on snowboarding with an ice axe?
I took a nasty 300 foot slide on a hard-packed, black diamond slope after slipping while snowboarding. On the way down I intersected with a tree and have lived...
What’s my best bet for a light backpacking pant in rainy conditions?
I am hiking the West Coast Trail this June, which is typically a rainy season for the trail. What would you recommend for a good set of backpacking pants that...
Which light trail-running shoes are tough enough for an ultrarathon?
I've run one ultramarathon and am looking to do a few more this year. What are the best and lightest trail shoes on the market? I tried the North Face Arnuva 50...
Can you point me toward a good pair of running-specific snowshoes?
I’m looking for a modestly priced, general-purpose running snowshoe. I’ll take a few ups and downs, but will mostly stick to groomed trails or four to...
What size backpack and weight sleeping bag do I need for summer mountain climbs?
I'm planning a summer ascent of Mount Shasta and want to know what you recommend for a backpack and sleeping bag. Is a zero-degree bag warm enough? I lean...
Which pants best hold up to the demands of mountaineering?
I am about to take on a few mountaineering trips involving Mount Rainier, Mount Shasta, and some of the Colorado 14ers. What is your recommendation for decent...
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Jun 17, 2013
Grand Canyon Tightrope Walk Will Go...
Without safety gear
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Head stuck for 11 days
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Will save $100 million
0Crews Make Progress on Big Meadows Fire
One firefighter evacuated
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