June 9th, 2008 | by Arthur | published in Gear Review
I am darn good at putting holes in socks. From special order Icelandic hiking socks to popular domestic brands, my feet for some reason seem to be genetically designed to destroy socks. Over the last few months I’ve had the opportunity to test new challengers: Darn Tough Socks. I’ve worn them on early spring Lake […]
March 16th, 2008 | by Pam | published in Gear, Gear Review
Too many of us suffer from middle-of-the-road, ‘good deal’ sleeping bags. You know, the semi-comfortable sacks that keep you lukewarm at best. Did I mention the roomy 2 inches of wiggle room they allow you? A significant issue for you side sleepers. And lugging the bulky things into the backcountry can mean having to eliminate […]
March 6th, 2008 | by Pam | published in Gear Review
Winter in our northern clime has given a stellar performance this season. Snow has remained on the ground, unabated, since November. The downside? My feet have demanded more warmth and better performance from my winter boots. The Baffin Icefield, designed specifically for women, met that demand.