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?
Gear Guy
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...
What’s a good walking shoe for a former runner?
I stopped running at age 50 because my knees just couldn’t take it anymore. I now walk daily and need a good shoe for fast walking. What is your opinion of...
Which tent should I use on Denali?
I’m planning a climbing trip on Mount Denali and shopping for a three-person tent. Will Sierra Designs’ Alpha stand up against the high wind? Also,...
Is a cross bike suitable for rail-to-trail routes?
After riding a road bike, I would like to branch out and ride more bike paths and rail-to-trail routes. I really don’t need a mountain bike. I’m...
Do I need a heavy-duty rear rack for my mountain-bike trip?
In August, I’m going on a mountain-bike trip in Colorado, where I’ll be porting some 30 to 40 pounds of gear. I have a 15-year-old Nashbar rear rack...
Which light hiker will hold up in hot, dry northeastern Africa?
I’ll be working in northeastern Africa for the next five months, and I need a daily-wear shoe. The terrain is rocky, sandy, very hot, and very dry....
Why aren’t custom-made boots more popular?
With boots being so hard to fit, why aren't custom-made boots more popular? What about custom insoles?
What are tent coatings and deniers?
I’m looking for a new family tent and am confused about fabric ratings. One store’s website says something about 1,000mm coatings, but I don't see any...
Can I use the se helmet for skiing and ice climbing?
I’d like to use a single helmet for skiing (on and off piste) and winter mountaineering/ice climbing. Should I go with a skiing or ice-climbing helmet? Or...
Should I keep my heavy hard shell around, just in case?
I own a "bombproof" Marmot Alpinist Gore-Tex XCR jacket, but I’m in the market for a new lightweight hard shell. Can it replace the heavy jacket? Or is...
Are these new high-end, affordable road bikes too good to be true?
I’ve noticed several seemingly high-end road bikes, such as Scattante, Habanero, and Leopard, hitting the market at significantly lower prices than other...
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