How do I pick out the right snowshoes?
What’s the difference between all these snowshoes available? The price range is so huge. What are just bells and whistles, and what do I really need to...
Gear Guy
Which three-season tent can handle occasional fourth season use?
I'm in the market for a tent and am down to the Black Diamond Mesa and the Marmot Swallow. I like the four-season convertibility of the Swallow, and the Mesa...
How can I keep the inside of my gloves dry?
I can't find a pair of gloves suitable for winter hiking. They all seem to suffer from the same problem: In the presence of perspiration, the attached linings...
How should I dress for a cold-weather run?
I’m sick of being confined to the treadmill this winter. How should I dress for a cold-weather run?
Which parka will perform best on Aconcagua?
I’m climbing Aconcagua this December and need a warm parka. It seems I have a prejudice against down, because I’m drawn to synthetics such as the...
Which sleeping bag will keep me dry and warm during winter camping?
I need a sleeping bag that will perform in the winter and early spring for ski touring/snow camping. I am trying to decide between Feathered Friends with EPIC...
What’s your opinion on wood-burning backpacking stoves?
Are there any reliable and easy-to-use wood-burning stoves on the market? Most of them on the Internet look like Do-It-Yourself types. And how well do these...
How can I communicate with my ski partner if we get separated?
My girlfriend and I like to ski the steep trees inbounds and out. Naturally, as we seek out and destroy helpless powder stashes, we often become separated....
What’s the life expectancy of a down sleeping bag?
How long should a quality down sleeping bag last? I have a Feathered Friends Swallow that’s about 15 years old. I've treated it well and kept it clean, but...
Should I get a cross or road bike for long-distance rides?
I'm 51 years old and want to do long-distance rides down the Australia coastline. I can't decide between a cross or road bike (I've always had a mountain bike)....
Are plastic boots really necessary for winter mountaineering?
Most people suggest plastic boots for winter mountaineering, and I was wondering if this is an absolute, considering new materials for non-plastics. Also, I'm...
Which knife or multi-tool will work for all my outdoors activities?
I’d like to buy one knife for all my outdoor activities (camping, hiking, climbing, mountain biking, and kayaking). What would you pick?
Which car rack can handle bikes, skis, and surfboards?
I need a racking system for snowboards and skis that will also work for surfboards and bikes. I’m open to a trailer hitch system for the bikes, because...
Which light, mid-size, waterproof pack should I take to Spain?
I’m walking the Camino de Santiago in April, but I can’t settle on a backpack that is light, holds around 35 pounds of gear, and will fight off the...
What gear do I need for cross-country skiing?
I moved to Vermont for college and want to take up cross-country skiing. Can you point me toward the gear I’ll need?
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May 21, 2013
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Went missing last Tuesday
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Longest period of snowfall in over ...
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