by Jo Ostgarden+ · Published September 2, 2014 · Last modified February 2, 2015
You’ve heard the term “baselayer” so many times your eyes glaze over just reading it. And you know the drill thoroughly: when pursuing your favorite activity in sketchy or potentially sketchy weather, wear multiple...
Functionality ★★★★★ I’m going to be honest, when I first put the Leatt Knee Brace on, I hated it. It would fall down my leg and was uncomfortable. I thought about my Leatt neck brace...
by Hope Gately+ · Published August 28, 2014 · Last modified February 2, 2015
Sure, paying for maintenance is quick and convenient—it’s basically what makes the US economy go round. But isn’t there something personal and magical about doing it yourself? If you’ve ever baked your own cookies...
by Hope Gately+ · Published August 27, 2014 · Last modified February 2, 2015
Summer is, sadly, drawing to a close. But, if you’re like most gear-hounds, you’re sadness is mitigated by the fact that you now get to don all of your sexy fall layers and, of...
Hammocks have grown in popularity over the last few years. I own three hammocks, each with their own speciality uses. The Hammock Bliss Single is my most versatile and favorite hammock in the bunch....
There are day hikes, and then there are ultra-long day hikes. What’s the difference you ask? Well, a lot of things vary from one to the other, and a lot depends on the environment...
Devin Graham aka. DevinSuperTramp is one of the best YouTubers in the business and we got the chance to chat with him about his latest video. Alec Soard: Coming out of film school, what type of...
Reviews / Technology / Trail / Water
by Shannon Enete+ · Published August 21, 2014 · Last modified August 20, 2014
LifeProof claims to be waterproof, dirt proof, snow proof, and shock proof. I have tested the LifeProof Case for both the iPhone 4 and iPhone 5—read on for the verdict. I first purchased...
Take a cyclist and kayaker and the twain shall never meet, right? Well, not if you consider the Hobie kayak, one of the best ways to combine a passion for cycling and boating. Kayaks...
Peak Designs’ new emergence onto the camera market has been another tale of success through Kickstarter. After garnishing over a half a million dollars in backings they’re well on their way to becoming a...
Are you still rocking the Walkman? Well take a step into the digitial age and cut the wires. Bluetooth speakers over the last few years have shrunk in size, expanded in design, and are...
by Elizabeth Kovar+ · Published August 15, 2014 · Last modified February 2, 2015
Day hikers and backpackers understand the vast difference between hiking with, and without, trekking poles. So, why use hiking poles? Poles assist with balance, decrease stress on joints, increase stability on slippery surfaces, and...
Dear Gearographer, Is jewelry considered gear? My husband and I have been fighting over this for months. He spends all his extra cash on fishing and hunting gear, yet says it’s a waste to...
by Staff Editor+ · Published August 13, 2014 · Last modified August 22, 2018
Built for speed, stability in rough water, and maneuverability, these high volume whitewater boats will allow you to step up your skills and carve through anything in your way. Whether you are new to...
Functionality ★★★★ As far as sunglasses, the AV1 does what they’re designed to do, they shade your eyes from the sun. Although I think that the bifocal lenses should be an option and not part...
For four days, we slaved through the heat of Salt Lake City eating free food and drinking free beer. Much blood sweat and tears were shed to give you a look at the newest...
We have no relationship with Stinger other than the fact that they sent us a bunch of bug killing devices to clear out the office of flying critters. And grateful we are – with...
JOBY is known for throwing many different models of their gorilla tripods for almost every conceivable device on the market (except for your new cat) but their emergence in the camera strap has gone...
Functionality ★★★★ The Field Pack is Poler’s most simple pack, and it doesn’t have all of the fancy bells and whistles, but that’s what makes it so great. When I first started using this pack,...
Pro Kiteboarder Annabel Van Westrop is constantly traveling either to train or to compete in either freestyle events or races, and somehow, she was able to take some time to talk to us about...
