Which are the most watertight boots?
Could you recommend some boots that are waterproof and comfortable? Sometimes it snows like heck and I don't want my feet getting wet and/or cold. I am also...
Gear Guy
Any ideas for gloves to summit Ecuador's 20,000-foot volcanoes?
I am looking for some mountaineering gloves or mitts to keep me warm on summit attempts of Chimborazo and Cotopaxi in Ecuador this January. Any suggestions?
How can I keep frost off my sleeping bag in winter?
I love to sleep outside without a tent in the winter (I don't have to worry about rattlesnakes crawling in my bag or being bothered by insects!), but I notice a...
Are boot outsoles like tires?
Are outsoles like tires? Do you have to sacrifice stickiness for long life? I own a pair of Vasque Wasatch GTX boots, and while I rate them for dry terrain,...
Can you recommend some skinny skis for corduroy and crud?
Last winter I discovered the joys of cross-country skiing at a local resort, but as soon as I stepped outside the tracks I was about as controlled as a camel on...
What are the advantages of wool versus synthetic base layers?
What are the advantages of wool versus synthetic base layers? I am going on an 80-day NOLS mountaineering/sea-kayaking expedition in Patagonia, so my base...
Where can I get tents for the quake victims in Kashmir?
In response to the devastating earthquake in Kashmir, we are looking to donate two truckloads of heavy-duty family-sized tents and sub-zero-rated sleeping bags....
Why don't soft shells come standard with a hood?
I'm looking for a warm three-season jacket. I have a hard shell and a TNF Denali for really cold situations. I've been researching the Arc'teryx Gamma line and...
What's the best kayak for flatwater day trips?
Could you recommend a kayak for day trips on the relatively slow-moving Hackensack River, a wide tidal river (it feeds into Newark Bay and New York Harbor) with...
How can I keep my camera dry on canoeing trips?
I need a waterproof backpack for my digital SLR on canoe trips—something that won't leak at all! I've checked REI and other outdoor websites and stores,...
What's a bombproof sleeping bag for winter camping?
I do a lot of winter camping in New England. What synthetic bag would you recommend that has at least a zero-degree rating?
Will the wrong bike seat affect my love life?
With the recent New York Times article, "Serious Riders, Your Bicycle Seat May Affect Your Love Life," many cyclists are looking into ergonomic seats. For...
Do I need a freestanding tent for camping above timberline?
Do I need to buy a freestanding tent for above-timberline and desert conditions? I currently own a solo MSR Zoid and a Sierra Designs Clip Flashlight, which...
What's the most functional yet stylish jacket for a college freshman?
My daughter has just begun her studies at the University of Chicago. Her dorm is quite a distance from the main campus and, as a result, she'll be spending time...
What are the merits of the different types of insulation?
I am looking for a lightweight insulated jacket, preferably using synthetic insulation for greater resilience to wet conditions. What are the relative merits of...
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