What’s in my pack? A K-mart grease pot
This is a new series where I will discuss one item I carry either in my backpack, day-pack or camera bag, as well as one I don’t. I came up with the idea after being asked repeatedly what I carry. What...
View ArticleWhat’s in my pack: CLIF Bars
I depend on complex carbohydrates and protein to fuel my body for adventures sports, but sometimes it’s a struggle to consume all that I need. To conserve space and weight, I look for compact sources...
View ArticleWhat’s in my pack: A pair of Holeys clogs
There’s a story behind my camp shoes. After backpacking for several days on the Appalachian Trail, my friend and I headed to Damascus, Virginia, also known as Trail Town USA, due to the convergence of...
View ArticleWhat’s in my pack: A Gobi Gear Hoboroll
There is never enough room in my backpack or my suitcase. I do my best to organize and compress things to a fraction of their original size, but the first time I dig around looking for something that...
View ArticleWhat’s in my pack: Pathfinder Outdoor Survival Guides
Could you save your own life? I spend a lot of time alone in the wilderness and I’ll admit sometimes I worry about what I would do if I were injured or lost for a few days before help arrived. The...
View ArticleWhat’s in my pack: Snuggly Toes foot warmers
Throughout the year, I receive items to test. Most are from large manufacturers or retailers. However, three times this year I received items from small businesses that have developed innovative,...
View ArticleWhat’s my pack: The Geigerrig Rig 1210
A good daypack is like a friend on the trail. The right one will care for and nurture you. The wrong one is a burden. Geez, sounds a little like a relationship. Anyhow, I’ve hiked with many different...
View ArticleWhat’s in my pack: The Compounder II Shell
I have a jacket fetish. Well, it’s accurate to say I have an outdoor gear fetish and jackets happen to be a big part of that. When I’m hiking during a changing season, it’s hard to pick the right...
View ArticleWhat’s in my pack: A seriously rugged camera
I play hard, get dirty, wet, and spend full days outside in below freezing temps – usually with a camera in hand. Photography is an important part of my life, but I have no patience for a camera that...
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