Gear Archives – Terradrift https://terradrift.com/tag/gear/ Hiking, Camping, Backpacking, and Travel Thu, 20 Feb 2025 04:13:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 https://terradrift.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/favicon-150x150.png Gear Archives – Terradrift https://terradrift.com/tag/gear/ 32 32 146052273 Beginner Snowboarding: Our Favorite Clothing for Beginner Boarders https://terradrift.com/beginner-snowboarding-our-favorite-clothing-for-beginner-boarders/ https://terradrift.com/beginner-snowboarding-our-favorite-clothing-for-beginner-boarders/#respond Thu, 20 Feb 2025 22:49:00 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=16967 Are you a beginner snowboarder? Not sure where to start when it comes to gear and apparel? We get it. Here's some of our favorite clothing and accessories for when we hit the slopes.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/beginner-snowboarding-our-favorite-clothing-for-beginner-boarders/feed/ 0 16967 Ski Pants Vs Bibs: Which One is Right for You and How to Choose the Perfect Pair https://terradrift.com/ski-pants-vs-bibs/ https://terradrift.com/ski-pants-vs-bibs/#respond Thu, 13 Feb 2025 16:04:40 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=17034 It's a debate as old as time itself (OK, maybe just as old as the sport of skiing): Ski pants or bibs? After all, they each bring something different to the table. And often, folks who love one hate the other (though we've been known to be fans of both). So if you're new to skiing or snowboarding, it's important to get this right. After all, the right pair of bottoms can result in hours of fun on the slopes while the wrong pair can result in frustration and discomfort. But which is right for you? We'll break down the pros and cons of both bibs and pants to help you decide, plus tips on choosing the perfect pair.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/ski-pants-vs-bibs/feed/ 0 17034 The 3 Best Grid Fleece From Small Brands: Microgrid Fleece That’s NOT Melanzana https://terradrift.com/the-best-grid-fleece-from-small-brands-not-melanzana/ https://terradrift.com/the-best-grid-fleece-from-small-brands-not-melanzana/#respond Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:15:42 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=16899 Grid fleece: it's all the rage these days. And for good reason. It's cozy, lightweight, comfortable, wicks sweat, and is perfect for active outdoor pursuits. And yes, it can even be part of a good winter layering strategy. And if you love outdoor apparel, especially grid fleece, chances are you've heard of Melanzana, the small Colorado brand that's based in Leadville. Do they make fun and functional grid fleece? Absolutely. But are they easy to get? Absolutely not. Fortunately, there are excellent alternatives and, guess what? You can buy them online! We rounded up some of our faves to help you decide which grid fleece is right for you.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/the-best-grid-fleece-from-small-brands-not-melanzana/feed/ 0 16899 What to Wear Snowshoeing: The Best Sustainable Clothing and Gear https://terradrift.com/what-to-wear-snowshoeing-the-best-sustainable-clothing-and-gear/ https://terradrift.com/what-to-wear-snowshoeing-the-best-sustainable-clothing-and-gear/#respond Thu, 23 Jan 2025 22:04:11 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=16966 We're big fans of snowshoeing. We love hitting quiet, powdery trails no one else is on, layering up, and hiking to enjoy a snack and a hot beverage with a view (and we always bring a hot beverage). Do empty trails, wildlife sightings, and stunning scenery sound good to you, too? Then gear up! 'Cause snowshoeing offers it all. But if you're not sure what to wear snowshoeing or what gear you need, allow us to recommend some of our favorite clothing and gear for the task. Bonus: it's all more sustainable than your average tech shirt.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/what-to-wear-snowshoeing-the-best-sustainable-clothing-and-gear/feed/ 0 16966 Gnara Go Free Leggings & Shorts Review: Your New Favorite Leggings for Peeing Outside!? https://terradrift.com/gnara-go-free-leggings-review-you-new-favorite-leggings-for-peeing-outside/ https://terradrift.com/gnara-go-free-leggings-review-you-new-favorite-leggings-for-peeing-outside/#respond Thu, 09 Jan 2025 23:49:18 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=16909 We love Gnara's Go There Hiking Pants with the brilliant extra pee zipper designed for people who squat to pee. But do the new leggings also impress? We put them to the test to see if they fly or fail.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/gnara-go-free-leggings-review-you-new-favorite-leggings-for-peeing-outside/feed/ 0 16909 Snowshoe Review: MSR Snowshoes for Big Spenders AND the Budget Conscious https://terradrift.com/snowshoe-review-msr-snowshoes-for-big-spenders-and-the-budget-conscious/ https://terradrift.com/snowshoe-review-msr-snowshoes-for-big-spenders-and-the-budget-conscious/#respond Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:58:18 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=16761 Snowshoes. We love 'em. They allow us to get outside and blaze trails all winter long, no matter how much white powder covers the route. Indeed, we're convinced they're an essential piece of gear every outdoorist should keep in their closet. But with so many options to choose from (and so many price points!), how can one possibly be convinced they're getting the best snowshoes for the money? We recently tested two pairs of snowshoes from MSR and will help you map out the differences, plus answer some of your burning questions, like what snowshoes to buy, if expensive snowshoes are worth it, or which MSR snowshoes are the best of the best. Read on.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/snowshoe-review-msr-snowshoes-for-big-spenders-and-the-budget-conscious/feed/ 0 16761 REI Cyber Week Sale: The 10 Best Backpacking and Camping Deals [2024] https://terradrift.com/rei-cyber-week-sale-the-10-best-backpacking-and-camping-deals-2024/ https://terradrift.com/rei-cyber-week-sale-the-10-best-backpacking-and-camping-deals-2024/#respond Sun, 01 Dec 2024 04:38:49 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=16741 It's that time of year, again! Time for the annual REI Cyber Week Sale! Which means tons of camping and backpacking gear is on sale! So we rounded up 10 items we think are worth a look AND can be bought with a solid discount this holiday season. Bonus: these items are also more sustainable options. So if you need some new gear, now’s the time. Just make sure to shop between November 30-December 9.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/rei-cyber-week-sale-the-10-best-backpacking-and-camping-deals-2024/feed/ 0 16741 Winter Boots FTW: Bahé Rediscover Boots are Grounding Shoes for Winter?! https://terradrift.com/bahe-boots-waterproof-grounding-shoes/ https://terradrift.com/bahe-boots-waterproof-grounding-shoes/#respond Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:22:37 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=16622 Looking for waterproof grounding shoes so you can keep up your earthing practice in the winter? The Bahé Rediscover might be just the thing.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/bahe-boots-waterproof-grounding-shoes/feed/ 0 16622 We Found The Best Camping Cookware for Ultralight Backpacking: 4 Cook Pots https://terradrift.com/the-best-camping-cookware-for-ultralight-backpacking/ https://terradrift.com/the-best-camping-cookware-for-ultralight-backpacking/#respond Thu, 31 Oct 2024 16:03:57 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=15994 One of the best parts of backpacking is arguably the end of the day when you're done hiking, the ultralight tent or camping hammock is set up, and you've got nothing left to do but kick back, make dinner, and shove an unnatural amount of food down your gullet to replace all those calories you burned walking for miles with a heavy pack on your back. So when that time comes, you want the best camping cookware on hand, ready to rehydrate those backpacking meals. What makes a camp cookware set the best? Well, that depends on you and your style of backpacking, who you're with, and what you plan to eat. So we tested a handful of ultralight cookware options to see which were tops and which are best suited for all different types of backpackers.

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]]> https://terradrift.com/the-best-camping-cookware-for-ultralight-backpacking/feed/ 0 15994 Zero Drop Wide Toe Box Shoes: 7 Hiking Shoes That Let Your Toes Spread https://terradrift.com/zero-drop-wide-toe-box-shoes-7-hiking-shoes-that-let-your-toes-spread/ https://terradrift.com/zero-drop-wide-toe-box-shoes-7-hiking-shoes-that-let-your-toes-spread/#comments Thu, 24 Oct 2024 17:21:03 +0000 https://terradrift.com/?p=16002 You know we love us some barefoot shoes here at Terradrift, from barefoot sandals to barefoot hiking shoes to barefoot boots for winter. We're seriously all about it. But for those of you who aren't quite fully committed to the whole barefoot shoe experience, but still want shoes that emphasize healthy posture and plenty of space for your toes to spread, zero drop wide toe box shoes are just the thing. Here are 7 of our favorite more sustainable options.

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