Is it unwise to rent climbing boots?
I am going to climb Mount Rainier and was curious if I should rent climbing boots or buy my own. What's your experience with rental boots?
Gear Guy
What tent will shed the fierce Patagonian winds?
My wife and I are going to Torres del Paine in March, and we're debating between bringing my Sierra Designs Orion (light, small, not strong), my SD Prelude...
Can you help me pick out a pair of multi-use trail runners?
I'm planning a trip to Ecuador this December, where I'll spend a few days each of mountain biking, hiking in the Andes, and whitewater rafting. Last time I...
What kayak cockpit is big enough for me and a young passenger?
I'm looking into a recreational kayak for flatwater lakes and slow to moderate rivers (namely, the American River up near Folsom, California). I need a kayak...
Why do you never review foreign gear?
Why don't you compare gear from other countries to American companies' gear? I have seen other gear from abroad and a lot of it looks like good-quality stuff...
What's the best sleeping bag for a trek to Everest Base Cp?
This is one of those "I want it all" questions. After sleeping uncomfortably in my Cat's Meow mummy bag while trekking the Inca Trail, I gave it to our Peruvian...
What's the best camera tripod for backpacking?
Where can I find a good digital-camera tripod that's lightweight enough for backpacking?
Which mountaineering boots won't bruise my shins?
What would be the best mountaineering boot to avoid the beat-up shins I get with plastic boots? Are there boots made with this problem in mind? I know that it's...
Are battery-heated jackets reliable?
I was just reading a review of a battery-heated jacket from The North Face (MET5) that's fitted with a power dial and Polartec heat panels that enable you to...
Should I drop for a sleep "system," or just get a separate sleeping bag and pad?
I've been looking at some Big Agnes sleeping bags and am interested in adding one of their REM sleep pads. Seems like a great idea (the pad inserts into a...
What soft shell has the most urban style?
I've been looking at soft shells for an early fall trip up to Voyageurs National Park, and certainly like what I see from REI, The North Face, Marmot, and the...
Do I really need two dozen different functions in a multitool?
I'm a little boggled by all the choices in multitools these days. From the venerable Swiss Army all-in-one to the expensive Schrade creations that look like...
Which hydration pack won't bounce around on long trail runs?
I'm looking for a lightweight system with the largest-capacity bladder. I'll use it primarily for ultralight hiking, and long trail runs. My primary concern is...
What's the La-Z-Boy of bike saddles?
My bike saddle is a pain in the ass. Is there something I can do to alleviate this pain in the posterior? Perhaps there's a La-Z-Boy of the bike world out there...
What will be on the catwalk at this year's Outdoor Retailer show?
Any idea what will be on the catwalk at Outdoor Retailer this year? As a diagnosed gear junkie, I need to know where my money's going next. Really, I'm getting...
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