If you're looking for a top-notch quality, lightweight, buy-it-for-life, made in USA backpacking sleeping bag, and you're stuck between Western Mountaineering Ultralite and Alpinlite, you don't need … [Read more...] about Western Mountaineering Ultralite vs Alpinlite
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Nemo Riff/Jam vs Disco/Rave (15 & 30): Only ONE Difference
If you're a cold, side (or tummy) sleeper looking for a backpacking sleeping bag, don't get a regular mummy sleeping bag and instead check out Nemo's Riff and Disco models. … [Read more...] about Nemo Riff/Jam vs Disco/Rave (15 & 30): Only ONE Difference
MSR Elixir 3 Review: Things I Liked & Didn’t
MSR Elixir 3 is quite popular mainly because of its livability. Most backpackers including myself really like the ample headroom it offers - but it also is incredibly well ventilated, easy to set up … [Read more...] about MSR Elixir 3 Review: Things I Liked & Didn’t
5 Best Backpacking Fishing Rods: Things I Like & Don’t
Keep in mind that the type of fish you are aiming to catch and the environment are two important things to consider when you're looking for a backpacking fishing rod. There are essentially three … [Read more...] about 5 Best Backpacking Fishing Rods: Things I Like & Don’t
Jetboil Minimo vs MSR Pocket Rocket (1 & 2)
Jetboil Minimo and MSR Pocket Rocket 2 are both excellent backpacking stoves. Although it's almost impossible to go wrong with either of them, they do have some minor differences worth mentioning.In … [Read more...] about Jetboil Minimo vs MSR Pocket Rocket (1 & 2)