Archive for June, 2008
Vasque Breeze XCR Low Cut Trail Runners
Sunday, June 29th, 2008
For hikers with narrow-foot, this durable shoe offers excellent support. The favorite of two of our female testers, the Breeze’s stiffness and support with 40-pound loads ranks among the best
in the test.
Garmont Eclipse XCR Runners
Sunday, June 29th, 2008
For heavy-load backpacking, this rugged Garmont Eclipse XCR runner is the best choice here.
Built to go over or through anything. The chassis is stiffer and more supportive than any other shoe in this class; testers carried 40 plus pounds for days on the Appalachian Trail and in the North Cascades, and negotiated miles of sharp, fossilized coral in the Azores.
Organic Trail Snacks / Food That You Will Actually Want To Eat
Tuesday, June 17th, 2008
Not so long ago, there were two kinds of energy bars: lab-spawned creations that looked like extruded astronaut food, health-freak mixtures of what tasted like sticks and sawdust. Times have changed, and among the many appetizing bars available now is a new breed of organic choices that pack a balanced nutritional punch and actually taste good. Here are our testers’ three favorites.
Feathered Friends Osprey Sleeping Bag
Tuesday, June 17th, 2008
When you’re spending serious money for a sleeping bag, is it too much to expect perfection? You might find it here, because the Feathered Friends sleeping bag from Osprey is a 30°F mummy sleeping bag and comes in 8 lengths (4 men’s and 4 women’s), with optional custom-fitting.
Merrell Outback Sandals
Tuesday, June 17th, 2008
Frog like traction and a simple, secure harness makes the Merrell Outback ideal sandals for watery trips.
Will I Be On The Hook Financially If I Need A Mountain Rescue?
Friday, June 13th, 2008
If you get hurt while outdoors in a national park or reserve, you bet you will be responsible financially or any medical treatment or rescue that you will require. To the tune of up to $20,000 just for the rescue helicopter.
How To Make Crunchy Cowboy Coffee
Friday, June 13th, 2008
Here is an ideal for all you coffee drinkers that love to have a cup of coffee when you are at camp outdoors. It’s called “Cowboy Coffee” and this is how you make it.
