Atlas Athlete Camera Backpack Review
The Atlas Athlete is a very comfortable, easy-to-pack camera backpack with a one-of-a-kind feature in the top.
Gear Reviews
Superlight light: UCO Air Headlamp Review
Everyone needs a good headlamp. And a bright one. And a lightweight one. And a rechargeable one. It would be nice if they were all the same one. UCO get pretty close with their USB-rechargeable Air headlamp. Headlamps are starting to do away with the… Read More »Superlight light: UCO Air Headlamp Review
Satellite Communication: Can a GPS unit help you get rescued? (Part 2)
There are 4 parts to this series: Intro: Satellite Communication GPS: Can they get you rescued? (this article) Spot vs Garmin inReach (coming soon) PLBs and Sat Phones (coming soon) In the intro to this series on Satellite Communication, I did a brief overview of… Read More »Satellite Communication: Can a GPS unit help you get rescued? (Part 2)
Minus33 Chocorua Merino Wool Crew Review
Merino, the wonder fabric. You’ve heard of merino before so I’m not going to go into too much detail on the basics. It doesn’t smell after wearing it for days, regulates your temperature better than synthetic, is warm when wet and is 100% sustainable to… Read More »Minus33 Chocorua Merino Wool Crew Review
Minus33 Acadian Merino Wool Boxers Review
Base layers are important for keeping you comfortable and happy on any trip. They keep you warm and wick moisture away from your skin. After days and days of being against your skin though, base layers can smell terrible. Synthetic ones do at least.Merino is… Read More »Minus33 Acadian Merino Wool Boxers Review
Aqua Quest Sport 30 Pro Backpack Review
The Osprey Talon 33 backpack has been my favourite pack for the last 9 years.It’s been to Australia and New Zealand, Europe, into the US and countless other trips. It’s still going strong and in amazing condition aside from 1 broken toggle. I’ll be putting… Read More »Aqua Quest Sport 30 Pro Backpack Review
Top 5 Things to Pack for Winter Hiking Trips
This post is from Rebecca, a world traveller and hiker from the US. More about Rebecca below.* Hiking trips are very different depending on the season, so it’s no wonder you need specific equipment in the winter. It’s more difficult to navigate through the snow,… Read More »Top 5 Things to Pack for Winter Hiking Trips
Haeleum Rad Insect Shield T-Shirt Review
Bugs can ruin a hiking trip.Mosquitos, no-see-ums, ticks, black flies, horse flies, wasps. They’re all over the place when the temperature heats up. I do the majority of my hiking in the winter and spring when the bugs haven’t peaked yet. Bug sprays sometimes work… Read More »Haeleum Rad Insect Shield T-Shirt Review
Boost your hiking energy: Glutathione Rapid Boost Sports Drink review
I’m always on the lookout for things that are going to help me go faster, farther and hurt less after an adventure.Better food, gear and technique all count. You can be way more fit than the next guy but if you can’t get out of… Read More »Boost your hiking energy: Glutathione Rapid Boost Sports Drink review
Buff Hats: The Anti-Stink Toque
I always thought Buff just made Buffs. But I reviewed the Canadian Collection Buff last week and mentioned Buff doesn’t just make the one thing. They now have balaclava’s, bandana’s, hats and toques as well.I’m never very far from a toque on most trips. Out… Read More »Buff Hats: The Anti-Stink Toque