With 4 kids and a handful of pets – it’s easy to confuse which is which – spending time with one’s spouse is easily (and often) relegated to the back burner. Gfor that reason that we decided to make an impromptu escape for some misadventures with Mrs. Adventure. I think this …
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When it comes to backpacking with kids, gear weight, compact size and comfort are hugely important especially when it comes to sleeping gear. That’s why my go-to sleeping bag for nearly two years has been a Therm-a-rest Antares 15 degree down bag. It’s more than just a sleeping bag. About …
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We review a lot of gear on our site, but there are some pieces that we just keep reaching for when we head out on adventure. The Sandstone Soft Shell jacket by Eddie Bauer is one of those standby jackets. Eddie Bauer is a well known outdoors brand that is synonymous with …
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Although there are a lot of camping mattress manufacturers, there are few that seem to master their market. Klymit is one of those companies that does it right, and the Klymit Static V is a great example of this. The Static-V is Klymit‘s entry-level inflatable mattress, but don’t be deceived …
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Ok, it took us 16 days, but if you want to see that trip condensed down to just 5 and a half minutes then this is the post for you. Over the next few months I plan to put together a series of posts on preparing for the trail, so …
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After looking for 6 months for an efficient canister stove for the John Muir Trail I was recommended the Olicamp XTS pot and Vector stove. After a quick chat with Chris from The Gear House I placed an order and waited patiently. Right up front I’ll say I was not disappointed. …
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I’m excited to share that I’m now an ambassador for Gossamer Gear! What does this mean? It means I get to work with a solid brand that I trust over the next year on various projects. Check out the awesome crew that are already on the team here. I already …
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My first ever rain jacket was one of those DWR numbers that had a strange ability to let all the rain in and none of the perspiration out. My second jacket was slightly better, but no seam sealing and problems with the liner. Finally, I’ve found something that I like …
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