Which pack should I use while peak bagging Colorado’s 14ers?
I've done my research and will start to bag Colorado’s 14ers this summer. With all the choices out there, what pack should I bring?
Gear Guy
How do I know when my mountain bike’s had it?
I need a new bottom bracket for my old Titanium fre GT mountain bike. But, the old one is stuck so badly that the bike shop couldn't get it out and gave up. What can I do?
Which digital video camera can I mount to my bike?
Do you have any suggestions for a digital video camera that I can mount to a bike for some amateur film making?
Which hat and gloves will serve me well in the West Virginia mountains?
I'm searching for gloves and a hat for general use in the West Virginia mountains. I need a pair of durable, thin, wind- and water-resistant gloves with...
Are my old double-leather boots adequate for a Denali ascent?
I’m climbing Denali via the Muldrow Glacier in May 2008, and I’d like to start breaking in some boots (and my feet). Unfortunately, I’m a size 14...
Which GPS unit should I take on a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail?
When I turn 40, I'm going to hike the AT. I would like to take a GPS unit, and my wife would like a way to keep track of my progress. Is there anything out...
Which touring kayaks have large weight capacity without sacrificing mobility?
I’m an experienced touring kayaker, but I have gotten out of shape and gained a lot of weight. I would like to get back into the sport but none of my...
Do compressed-gas stoves outperform white-gas stoves?
I've always carried white-gas stoves, but a friend of mine says that a compressed-gas stove is the way to go. He says it's lighter, more reliable, and burns...
Which tent is perfect for beach camping?
I’m an avid hiker, and now I’m expanding my horizons to the water via a kayak. I’m thinking about getting a new tent for these trips. Which tent...
Do you prefer needle-based compasses over their digital counterparts?
In a 2000 column, you said that you prefer a traditional needle-based compass over a digital compass. Is that still your advice? Why or why not?
Which hybrid bike will fit my petit fre and even smaller budget?
I bike some 30 miles a week, mostly on the road, and I’m tired of the thick tires and heaviness of my mountain bike. But I’m not ready for a full-on...
What’s the difference between hiking boots and backpacking boots?
What’s the difference between hiking boots and backpacking boots? I'm a beginner hiker/backpacker and am looking for enough support from a boot that...
Which lightweight shell is rugged enough to hack it off-trail?
I need a rain jacket that can take the abuse of going off-trail. Something that shrugs off thorns, branches, and trunks with nary a RIP to be heard. And it...
How can I get my hibernating road bike tuned up for spring?
My road bike has been in hiding for months now. But I sense warmer weather right around the corner. Can you walk me through a tune-up?
How can I safely carry my camera equipment while hiking?
I need a backpack to safely hold my camera, lenses, and other gear. My hard or soft camera cases are fine for short trips but not for real travel, as they...
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