Who makes the most versatile soft shell alpine pant?
I'm looking for a good all around soft shell alpine climbing pant; something I can wear alone in warmer weather and layer under in cooler weather. Any...
Gear Guy
Which daypack's best for a petite woman?
I'm trying to find a daypack for my five-foot-tall wife for an upcoming vacation to Colorado. She has tried on several different models from Jansport to The...
Did I ruin my hiking boots by waterproofing them?
I recently treated my leather hiking boots with the non-aqueous Nikwax. Will the leather ever be breathable again?
Which kayak is best for a child?
Do you think Perception’s Acadia Scout is a good kayak for an eight-year-old child? Also, what’s your take on purchasing a pre-owned kayak?
Which women’s boot can handle sub-zero temperatures?
My daughter is going into the Peace Corps in Kazakhstan and is looking for an everyday shoe that can handle the sub-zero temperatures. What would you recommend?
How can I stop sweating in my sleeping bag?
How can I stop wetting the bed? Seriously, I fall asleep and start sweating like a nun at a strip club. Going on the theory that no clothes equals warmer, I've...
Which trail-runners should I use for a multi-surface adventure race?
What running shoes would you recommend for a ten-mile competition in which I run through knee-deep mud, waist-high water, and on pavement? Last year, after...
Will a windproof fleece jacket keep me warm in Boston?
As a college student in Boston, I spend a lot of time outside in the freezing, windy winters. Will the Patagonia R4 fleece jacket keep me warm around town and...
Do digital cameras work in below-freezing temperatures?
Are there any digital cameras that operate normally at temperatures below freezing? Besides just keeping the camera warm next to the body, can you recommend any...
Is my mountain bike too old to repair?
My GT Karakoram mountain bike needs some serious TLC. But I’ve been told that the bike is so old that replacement parts for the thumb quick-shift levers...
Which hiking pants can stand up to Baja’s thorny plants?
I like to hike in Baja where the vegetation includes some of the nastiest plants I've ever met. Do you have a recommendation for the toughest pants to wear?
Is there such thing as a summer-weight, high-top bike shoe?
I’m looking for a high-top mountain-bike shoe to protect my very badly sprained ankle when I ride. But I want one that’s not a winter boot. Any...
Can I make my own tent?
I want to make a tent by myself. Any advice on where to buy ten feet of gray or blue polyester taffeta fabric that will suit my needs?
Can I use a U.S.-bought two-way radio in Italy?
Is it legal to use U.S.-bought family/general mobile radios in Italy for staying in touch with people from our party? Do I need a special Italian license? If...
Which altimeter watch combines new features and good value?
In the last two years, a lot of new altimeter watches with a lot of new features have hit the market. So in terms of value, what’s your pick for the best...
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May 20, 2013
Russian Space Mice Return to Earth
Possibly dead, still cute
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Fumes overwhelming neighbors
0Michael Phelps Planning a Comeback?
Denies reports on Twitter
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"We have seen nothing."
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