Which GPS unit should I use for bike touring?
I'm going to do a bicycle tour around Lake Michigan next summer, and I'm thinking about getting a GPS for the bike. Got any recommendations for me?
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How do electric water purifiers compare to traditional methods?
I am planning to trek through Nepal and India and am wondering what is the best purification and/or filter system to use. I have heard a lot about the SteriPEN....
Can you help me narrow down boot options for an ascent of Gannett Peak?
I’d like your opinion on the Scarpa Escape GTX and La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX boots. I am getting ready for a trip to Gannett Peak next summer and have...
What’s the most durable digital watch on the market?
My boyfriend is stationed in Iraq and he needs an extremely durable digital watch that is water resistant (due to extreme heat and sweating) and has 24-hour...
Is military surplus gear comparable to brand-name gear?
I live in an Army town where my choice for outdoor gear is fairly limited to military surplus products. Relatively cheap ALICE packs and woodland camo Gore-Tex...
Does going sockless in cycling shoes cause them to wear more quickly?
Does going sockless in cycling shoes cause them to wear more quickly? I got this bit of information from a fellow rider on a recent century, but it sounds a bit...
What’s your recommendation for a beginner camping stove and cookware set?
I’m getting more involved in backpacking and am trying to find the right camp stove and cookware to use. For now, my trips will be no more than four days....
I’m looking for a breathable, do-everything jacket. Any advice?
My favorite jacket is nearing the end of its life, and I’d like to replace it with a similar do-anything version that’s comfortable in a range of...
My single-wall tent’s fabric is separating into two pieces. Can I fix it?
I have a single wall Garuda tent, and I recently noticed that the fabric had separated into two pieces of fabric with water pooling between it. I am planning on...
Which clipless pedal system is best for a recreational road biker?
Can you recommend a clipless pedal system for a recreational road biker (and faithful Gear Guy fan) who has an irrational fear of falling? And any suggestions...
Can using old gas dage my stove, and what is the best way to dispose of it?
I bought a batch of white gas about three years ago. Will using this damage my stove? Also, given how flammable the fuel is, is there a safe and recommended...
Can you review a few ultra-light solo tents?
I'm hiking the Teton Crest Trail soon and want to try out a solo tent in an effort to lighten my pack weight. Could you give me your opinion on a few...
Is it worth it buying a custom-built soft shell jacket?
I am looking into purchasing my first soft shell jacket. I will be using it in the fall and winter here in Minnesota and for the occasional ski trip to Montana....
Is a sturdy canvas tent sufficient housing for an arctic winter?
I live above the Arctic Circle, and a friend wants to come up this winter to help out with the dogs. He wants to stay in a tent on our property. I'm leaning...
Which tent allows for good ventilation even with the rain fly on?
I do a lot of camping on float trips, and the river canyons can be awfully hot. I’m looking for a tent that provides maximum ventilation even with a rain...
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