View the full Our State Photo Essay (8mb PDF download) We enjoy a rich trail system in our home state of North Carolina where we are headquartered. In fact, many do not know that North Carolina has it’s very own long trail that is a smidge over half as long as the Appalachian Trail. The […]
We are living in an e-commerce world and crooks are taking note of easy targets… packages left on front doorsteps. We have had more reports than ever of package theft. Here are some tips to protect yourself. Have Your Packages Sent Somewhere Safe Have your packages sent to your place of work if they will allow it. Ask a relative, […]
“The braided spectra line, in my opinion, is the best line suited for bear bags. Not only is it super strong, it’s also a slippery material, which is great for gliding over branches. Oh, and it’s also really light! To get 50 ft (15.24 m) in such a small package is a huge plus. ….I […]
“AntiGravityGear Muletape Suspension…This system provides the most length per ounce of any system.” Read the full article about Lightweight Hammock Suspension Systems, by Derek Hansen at TheUltimateHang.com. [show_products per_page=”-1″ pagination=”no” category=”lightweight-hammock-suspension” show=”all” orderby=”menu_order” order=”desc” layout=”default” ]
“If you are looking for a lightweight hammock kit, the Quicksilver gives any system some stiff competition… For me, simplicity is perfection. Some hammocks have so many tie-outs, guy lines, and storage pockets that it becomes a self-made booby trap with unused accessories. The Quicksilver system, in contrast, is streamlined, light, and simple. It’s ideal […]
During the production phase of developing the AntiGravityGear Quicksilver Ultralight Hammock System, we sent one of our first renditions to James and his girlfriend Brianna. They kindly agreed to write up a gear review and give us some feedback. Here is what Jameshad to say… there’s a nice surprise at the end. The girlfriend and […]
One type of map—huge paper topos—existed when The Mountaineers first published the 10 Essentials, the club’s checklist of must-pack gear for any dayhike or backpacking trip. Nowadays, the options are endless. Case in point: These waterproof guides pack Webster’s-worthy detail into a pocket-size package for AT and JMT thru-hikers. Mileages, elevation profiles, water sources, and […]
Ultralight Camp Stove “The Caldera Cone Stove System from Trail Designs is an ultralight, fuel-efficient alcohol stove system. It is stable, wind resistant and weighs less than two ounces…..The Caldera Cone fits most popular titanium pots and mugs and functions as a combined pot stand, windscreen and heat exchanger. It is easy to disassemble and […]
Field Notes – The Latest Word From Our Testers Mapdana “Can the basic bandana, already one of the most versatile pieces of gear you’ll ever carry, actually be improved upon?”
