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Patagonia Ascensionist 45L - 04/28/15 - my new multi purpose pack - it does it all

Valley Uprising Review - 10/04/14 - review of the Reel Rock 9 film tour

MSR Hubba Hubba Update - 09/15/14 - updated review after using the tent for the summer

MSR Hubba Hubba - 06/05/14 - the lightweight, sturdy, two person tent

REI Multi Towel - 05/27/14 - the highly absorbent, fast drying, camping towel

Dances with Marmots - 05/09/14 - review of George Spearing's witty book on a New Zealander hiking the Pacific Crest Trail

MSR - Piezo Igniter - 04/23/14 - reviewing the push button, portable, igniter

Skywalker's Books on the AT and PCT - 04/18/14 - a look at hiking from the eyes of a 6 feet 11 inch hiker

The Mountain - 04/08/14 - review of Viesturs book on Everest

GoLite Poncho Tarp - 04/01/14 - lighweight poncho that easily sets as a tarp

ALITE - Mayfly Chair - 03/05/14 - a lightweight, compact, camping chair

Gregory Bald Gear - 01/21/14 - Gear used on a winter trip to Gregory Bald.

Christmas Wish List - 12/11/13 - Choosing a few gifts

The Vast Unknown - a book review - 11/20/13 - The first successful American expedition to Mount Everest and the climbing of the West Ridge.

Liquid Storage - The Water Kit - 11/13/13 - a place to store water and wet times

The High Adventure of Eric Ryback - 11/06/13 - review of an out of print book on the first hike of the Pacific Crest Trail

Esbit Solid Fuel Stove and Cookset - 10/29/13 - a compact fuel tablet or alcohol stove

The Summit - Movie Review - 10/21/13 - the documentary of the 2008 season on K2

Kind Coffee - Flood Mud - 10/16/13 - a brew for a cause

Camping Kitchen - Clean Up - 10/09/13 - the clean up kit

Native Eyewear - Hardtop XP - 10/02/13 - fog free sunglasses, really!

Sea to Summit Folding Bucket - 09/25/13 - great for bringing home the water

GCI Wilderness Recliner - 09/18/13 - a great car camping or beach chair

Accidents in North American Mountaineering - 09/11/13 - accident reports and analysis from 2012

Yeti - Tundra Cooler - 09/04/13 - our new 65L bear resistant cooler.

Tell It on the Mountain - 08/28/13 - review of Tell It on the Mountain a full length film on thru hiking the Pacific Crest Trail

Helio Shower Update - 08/21/13 - update on the Helio Shower after a summer of use

Summer Gear Report - 08/14/13 - brief review of the gear we used in the Summer of 2013

BioLite CampStove - 06/05/13 - a wood stove with a twist, it converts the heat to electricity

The Last American Man - 05/29/13 - book review of the Eustace Conway biography

Helio Shower - 05/22/13 - Nemo's portable shower

Ultralight Dry Sack - 05/15/13 - Outdoor Research's large 55 liter bag

Trail Life - 05/08/13 - review of the Ray Jardine classic book

Camelbak Antidote Reservoir - 04/24/13 - review of the hydration system

REI 100% Guarantee - 04/17/13 - a story about the guarantee

Rocky Goretex Socks - 04/03/13 - a waterproofing alternative

Just Passin' Thru - 03/27/13 - book review about life at Mountain Crossings and the Appalachian Trail

GoToob - 03/20/13 - a traveler's packing favorite

Goal Zero Guide 10 - 03/13/13 - flexible battery charger and power source

Nite Ize Gear Ties - 03/06/13 - simple, durable twistee ties.

Chrome Dome Umbrella - 02/27/13 - the GoLite umbrella

Years of Footwear - 02/20/13 - what I've learned through the years

Bandana - 02/13/13 - uses for the versatile tool

Mountaineering in the Rocky Mountain National Park - 02/06/13 - book review of a 1919 guide book to the peaks of Rocky Mountain National Park

Vargo Triad Stove - 01/30/13 - an ultralight dual fuel stove

Walking in the Wet - 01/23/13 - tips for walking in the rain

Avenza's PDF Maps - 01/09/13 - a PDF map reader

Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide - 12/19/12 - a last minute suggestion and a great gear and planning book.

Bell Lumen - 12/12/12 - a good all around helmet choice

ENO Twilights - 12/05/12 - a string of LED camping lights

Hoka One One - Mafate 2 - 11/28/12 a cushioned trail shoe

Something to Be Thankful for ... REI's Customer Service - 11/21/12 a story of great customer service

Nathan Quickdraw Water Bottle - 11/14/12 a handheld water bottle for running, walkng, hiking

The Backpackers Handbook - 10/24/12 a book review

CGear Multimat - 10/03/12 a sand sifting mat!

Hikes with Tykes: Games and Activities - 09/26/12 book review

Guyot Designs - Utensils - 09/19/12 the spreaders of choice!

Accidents 2012 - 09/12/12 a look at Accidents in North American Mountaineering

iPad - 09/05/12 my entertainment center

Tilley Hat - 08/29/12 a brimmed sun hat guaranteed for life

Clothing - Summer - 2012 - 08/22/12 the clothes we wore

Daily Hiking Gear - 08/15/12 - day pack gear

Kitchen Kit - Summer 2012 - our cooking gear

Camping Gear - Summer 2012 - gear we used through the summer

Sewing with an Awl - 05/16/12 - tips and techniques for sewing with an awl

Gearaphobia - 05/10/12 - fear of not packing enough

Gi Pants - 05/09/12 - Patagonia's do everything pants

Grommets - 05/02/12 - placing our first grommets

46 Days - 04/25/12 - the blogs from Jennifer Pharr Davis' husband, Brew, as he tried to keep her walking to a record

CrunchIt - 04/18/12 - a simple recycling tool used to punch holes in empty fuel canisters

Shoe Kit - 04/11/12 - the products to clean, waterproof and repair

Apollo Lantern - 04/04/12 - the small LED lantern by Black Diamond

Zing - 03/28/12 - MSR's tarp tarp/shelter

The Mountaineering Handbook - 03/14/12 book review of a new school mountaineering text

I Like Your Hat! - 03/07/12 the Dorfman Discovery Boonie Hat wins a new fan

Gransfors Bruks Small Forest Axe - 2/29/12 a wood working tool

eneloop - 2/22/12 a dependable rechargeable battery

R1 - Patagonia Pullover - 02/15/12 - the classic sweater weight pullover top

100 Favorite North American Climbs - 2/8/12 book review of the soon to be Beckey classic

Nathan LED Safety Strobe Light - 2/1/12 the great led taillight.

Merino Wool Lightweight Crew - 1/25/12 Patagonia's merino wool base layer

Southbound, a Review - 01/18/12 a review of the Barefoot Sisters hiking the AT from Maine to Georgia

Chuckit! Flying Squirrel - 01/11/12 an easy to throw dog toy

No Way Down - 01/04/12 the review of a book detailing the 2008 K2 tragedies

Christmas '11, the Gear - 12/28/11 a summary of the gear Santa brought to us.

Western Mountaineering - Alder - 12/21/11 a great sleeping bag/quilt

Hoka One One - Bondi B - 12/14/11 review of the cushioned running shoe

Stocking Stuffers - '11 - 12/13/11 a few gifts from the REI Health and Safety pages

100 Years Up HIgh - review of the Colorado Mountain Club's first 100 years of history

The Will to Climb - review of Ed Viesturs climbs on Annapurna

Canon Elph 300HS - 11/09/11 the small, quick, point and shoot

Bear Vault - 11/02/11 review of a bear proof container

Kelty Adjustable Tarp Pole - 10/26/11 sturdy tarp poles

Uberlight DrySack - 10/12/11 the lightest dry bag

Ganda Guide - 10/05/11 a great lightweight mountain boot

Goal Zero Sherpa - 09/28/11 a solar powered battery system

Garmin 62s GPS - 09/21/11 a gear review of the popular Garmin model

Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking Poles - 09/14/11 a review of a mountaineering trekking pole

Accidents in North American Mountaineering, 2011 - 09/07/11 a review.

Sportiva Wildcats - 08/31/11 versatile, sticky, trail running shoes.

Summer Gear - 08/26/11 reviewing the gear we used over the summer.

Byer Traveller Lite Hammock - 06/22/11 a lightweight, small, inexpensive hammock.

Ultralight Backpackin' Tips - 06/15/11 a book review on tips for ultralight backpacking.

Lighten Up - 06/08/11 a book review on lightening your backpacking load.

Equinox Tarp - 06/01/11 go lightweight, learn to set a tarp.

Therm-a-Rest Tech Blanket - 05/25/11 a great lightweight blanket.

Jetboil Sol Titanium Stove - 05/18/11 a lightweight, powerhouse.

SmartWool PhD Light Crew Socks - 05/11/11 socks with the maximum cushion and features in a lightweight sock.

Primus Yellowstone Classic Trail Stove - 05/04/11 a great little multi-use stove.

Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe - 04/27/11 the Raven Pro is a good lightweight ice axe.

Action Packer - 04/20/11 the best hard shell storage container.

Critical Mass Bag - 04/13/11 a big messenger bag.

Ultra Shorts - 04/06/11 a great all purpose running short.

Pocket Shower - 03/30/11 a great way to wash the dirt away.

Therm-a-Rest Trail Seat - 03/23/11 a review of the seat pad.

Keen H2 Newport Sandals - 03/16/11 sandals to wear on a walk in water or on land.

Coleman Duel Fuel Stove - 03/09/11 a car camping classic.

Day Pack Equipment List - 03/02/11 what to put in your pack.

Packing Mistake - 02/23/11 the need for a packing list and someone who would follow it.

Soto Pocket Torch - 02/16/11 review of the mighty lighter.

JetBoil Group Cooking System - 02/09/11 testing the Group Systems pot with amazing results

Colorado's Fourteeners, Third Edition - Review - 02/02/11 review of the updated guidebook.

Gulpy - 01/26/11 Gulpy, the dog water bottle.

Mega Light - 01/19/11 review of the tarp/tent.

Winter Stoves - 01/12/11 winter stove tips.

TOPO! Mapping Software - 12/29/10 make your own great maps.

Sticky Rubber - 12/22/10 the best rubber on any shoes.

Patagonia Active Classic Boxers - 12/13/10 the boxer shorts.

Mountaineering Freedom of the Hills - 12/08/10 the bible.

Zojirushi Tuff Sports Vacuum Bottle - 12/01/10 a great thermos.

Patagonia Retro Fleece - 11/24/10 a warm stylish jacket.

REI Stowaway Chair - 11/17/10 a great camping chair.

Fire Ribbon - 11/10/10 an instant fire starter.

Therm-a-Rest DreamTime - 11/03/10 review of the car camping pad.

TNF Cat's Meow - 10/27/10 review of the Cat's Meow sleeping bag.

MSR Titan Mug - 10/20/10 review of the lightweight MSR mug.

Ruff Wear Grip Trex Boots - 10/13/10 a review of dog booties.

Platypus - 10/6/10 a lightweight, flexible water storage solution.

Black Diamond Spot - 9/29/10 a spot on headlamp.

Tectron Deodorizer - 9/22/10 spray for boots and shoes.

Sportiva FC 3.0GTX Boots - 9/15/10 a good boot review.

Toilet Kit - 9/8/10 - pack a toilet kit, you'll be glad you did.

Salomon XA Pro 3D Ultra GTX Trail-Running Shoes - 9/1/10 - a great shoe for snowy, rainy, rocky trails.

CamelBak Accessories - 8/25/10 Mods for a bladder.

Noah, a Tarp - 8/18/10 A great, affordable car camping tarp.

Bibler Eldorado - 8/11/10 Review of a mountain tent.

Osprey Talon - 6/11/10 Pack gear review.

Spring Repair Day - 5/17/10 Cleaning and repairing gear.

Base Camp Water Filter - 4/16/10 Testing gravity.

Backcountry Stoves - 3/26/10 Stove test.

Barefoot in the Park - 3/3/10 Fitting boots.

Patagonia’s Nano Puff Pullover - 1/20/10 A mid-layer pull-over.

The GPS Made Me Do It, Honest! - 1/6/10 GPS adventures.

Ho, Ho, Ho, Hoarders Make Good 12/21/09 Sharing gear.

The Perfect Jacket? - 12/11/09 Micro Puff Hooded Jacket.

Hey Canon, You’re on Belay - 10/30/09 Ooops I did it again.

Born to Run, a Review - 10/09/09 Baby, we were born to run.

NeoAir - 9/25/09 A small, light, comfortable pad.

Playing Bike Mechanic - 9/14/09 DIY beginnings.

Pillow Talk - 09/11/09 My fondness to a blue REI Base Camp Pillow.

Snap Shot - 8/28/09 Making myself stop to take pictures.

Guide Books - 08/12/09 A look at Guide Books and route information.

Mega Duty - 6/1/09 Bug proofing the Mega Lite.

Lists - 5/15/09 List help me pack.

Halfway to a Review - 5/13/09 A review of "Halfway to Heaven."

Making it Pure - 5/1/09 A look at a few water filters.

Tarptent - 4/10/09 Our new lightweight tent.

Candle Lanterns - 3/18/09 Missing the flicker of the candle.

Super Bowl - 2/4/09 Camping bowls.

The Fort - 2/2/09 A tent in the backyard.

Gear Heads - 1/28/09 A confession.

Pole Land - 12/19/08 Using trekking poles.

Panther Bicycle - 11/12/08 A sleek black town bicycle.