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...
Gear Guy
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?
How do I choose an ice axe?
I’ve done a small amount of mountaineering and have been trained on how to use an ice axe. But now I’m getting more into the sport and would like to...
How do I care for my new all-leather boots?
I got a new pair of all-leather boots over the holidays and want to be sure I take good care of them. But there are so many different kinds of waterproofers and...
Which backpack should I take to Mount Rainier?
What type and size backpack do you recommend for climbing Mount Rainier?
Can you steer me toward a reasonably priced heart-rate monitor?
Got any suggestions for a good heart-rate monitor that is reasonably priced?
Which boots will protect me from snakes in Nicaragua?
I need a boot to wear in the Nicaraguan backcountry, where the terrain is mainly small hills and marsh. There are many snakes, so I would like a boot that is...
Which durable tent is tall enough for me to stand up inside?
Can you recommend a durable tent with room for me to stand up inside (I’m five feet, six inches tall)? I work at Renaissance Festivals around the country...
Which versatile shell works on the slopes and around town?
I need a women’s shell that’s versatile enough for both ski and around-the-town use. I am considering Mountain Hardwear’s Descent DT Trifecta....
Will a two-way radio work in deep canyons?
Will a high-range two-way radio work in deep canyons? I ask because my father, who is 77, likes to "tramp around the backcountry," which has a lot of large...
Which snowshoes are the best for beginners?
My 17 -year-old son would like to try snowshoeing. He has done a lot of hiking and climbing in the past but only a little skiing. What would you recommend for a...
Are my hiking boots crampon compatible?
I’d like to start doing some mountaineering and need to buy crampons. I have a great, broken-in pair of REI Spirit II GTX boots. How can I tell if my boots...
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