Tag archive for ‘Gear Review’
Review: Hiking Sock Roundup
Socks may be the last thing you think of when it comes to hiking gear, but they play a huge part in keeping our feet happy on the trail. The wrong pair of socks can lead to blistered, sweaty feet, and no one wants that! We’ve been testing quite a few different brands and styles. Read on to see how they stacked up.
Review: Deuter ACT Lite 60+10 SL
Deuter, the German manufacturer of backpacks (for adults and kids alike) as well as kid carriers has been around for over a century, but has only been in the US market for a much shorter period of time. Over these many years, they have developed an extensive line of packs for a wide range of outdoor pursuits. We took the Aircontact (ACT) Lite 60+10 SL for an extended test–the many miles of training hikes leading up to our Rainier climb, as well as the climb itself. Read more for our full review.
Review: All Terrain Herbal Armor
While summer has been in full swing for quite some time in most parts of the country, it’s just starting to warm up here in the Pacific Northwest. And with those warmer temperatures come mosquitos, biting flies, and other pesky insects. However, with all the studies about the long-term effects of DEET, I started looking for a DEET-free alternative. All Terrain’s Herbal Armor is a 100% DEET-free and all natural insect repellent. Read more for our full review.
Review: Rainier Mountaineering Inc.
If you’ve ever thought of climbing Mount Rainier, chances are you’ve heard of Rainier Mountaineering Inc. (RMI). The company has been guiding clients up the mountain since 1969 and until somewhat recently was the only game in town. Even today, the company guides the vast majority of the people that climb Rainier every year. Figuring [...]
Review: Lowa Tempest QC
Looking for a hiking boot a little bit more substantial than your light hiking shoes but don’t need the high cut of traditional hiking boots? Lowa recently introduced a 3/4-cut version of their popular Tempest style hiking shoe for women and we took them for a spin on some recent hikes. Read more for our full review.
Review: Osprey Manta 20
The list of small backpacks with big pack features is pretty small these days. Osprey’s Manta 20 makes a go at it.
Review: Lowa Renegade GTX Mid
Hiking season is here again. That means it may be time to pick up some new boots. We review the Lowa Regenage GTX Mid.
Review: Saucony Radius Transition Half-Zip top
Though Saucony is best known for their running shoes, the company also has an extensive line of apparel for men and women. While the pieces are designed with running in mind, quite a few styles work well for layering on day hikes. The Radius Transition top for women is one of these styles. Read more for our full review.
Review: Deuter Pace 28SL
Known for their innovation and quality, German backpack manufacturer Deuter presented a few new styles at the most recent Outdoor Retailer Winter Market back in January. One of these packs is the Pace 28SL, an ultralight pack designed specifically for women. Read more for our full review on this versatile pack.
Review: Prana Stretch Zion Pant
Pants that work anywhere from ‘mountain top to coffee shop’. Well, that’s what Prana claims. We put them to the test. Read more for our review of the Prana stretch Zion pant.
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