Ultralighters rejoice, ‘cause have we got a tent for you: The One from Gossamer Gear. And it. Is. Lit. So read (or watch) to find out all about this ultralight tent from an Austin-based small business.
It’s March! And in most of the country, that means there’s still a solid chance of snow. But don’t let that stop you from getting outside to hike, because snowy winter hikes are seriously the best. So strap on a pair of snowshoes and get to it! We recently tested a couple pairs of TSL Snowshoes and had a blast. Here’s what we thought of the two models we tested: the Symbioz Hyperflex Phoenix and Highlander Adjust snowshoes.
Like to backpack? Prefer to pack light? Then allow us to introduce you to the Gossamer Gear Gorilla 50 liter backpack, a pack for all you ultralighters out there. But …
Looking for a backpack for extended trips in the backcountry that can handle loads of just about any weight AND keep all your gear organized? The Deuter Futura Air Trek 50+10 liter backpack is for you. Read (or watch) to see all the bells and whistles, how it performed, and what we thought of this very handy load-hauler.
Wether you celebrate Valentine’s Day or not (Ima be honest: we don’t), you can’t ignore the fact that it’s a decent time of year to dote upon the folks you love. Or yourself. Honestly, we love the idea of treating yo’self this time of year. But if you’re not sure what to get your outdoorsy loved ones, we have some ideas we’re certain they’ll love. How do we know? Uh, ’cause we’re outdoorsy and we love them, that’s how. So relax; we’ve got you covered. Here are 10 great Valentine’s Day Gifts for Outdoorsy folks.
We’ve long been enamored with the idea of Death Valley National Park in California. I mean, we’re pretty into the dark and macabre, so how could we not want to visit a place with landmarks named things like Badwater, Devil’s Golf Course, and Funeral Peak?! But rest assured, even if those places inspire more reticence than excitement, Death Valley National Park is still absolutely worth a visit. So here’s some info to get you started.
If you’re planning a camping or backpacking trip and are wondering what your sleeping pad R-value should be, we’ve got you covered. Because not every inflatable sleeping pad will keep …
Outdoor brands and retailers are constantly running sales and specials. There are so many of them, and they change so often, how on earth are you supposed to keep track of them all? Lucky for you, we’ve compiled some of the best deals on outdoor gear right here in one place. And since the links to specials and sales update automatically, you can check back as often as you please to find out who’s offering the best sales and specials every week!
It’s officially ski and snowboard season! Which means it’s time to dust off the ol’ snow pants and hit the slopes (or the sledding hill…). But if yours have seen better days and are ready to be retired, take a look at these rad, sustainable snow pants that promise to keep you warm, dry, and lookin’ fly on the lift, on a toboggan, or in the backcountry, while simultaneously doing less damage to the planet. You know, the one you ski on… So check out these sustainable snow pants and get out there and enjoy the season already!
Yeah, yeah, the saying is April showers bring May flowers, but it rains just as much in the fall in many places in the U.S., so autumn seems like as good a time as any to highlight eco-friendly rain jackets made of recycled materials. So here are 6 of the best of the best so you can stay dry during all of your adventurous wanderings.