ProView – Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket
I sleep in my car. A lot. Summer, winter, rain, hail – it doesn’t matter. There’s something about being snug in a tight space, nothing but the open sky right out your door and birds singing you a good morning…
Camping
ProView – Big Agnes Skeeter SL 20 Sleeping Bag & Q-Core Deluxe Sleeping Pad
Cold. Wet. Sloppy. Such is springtime in Montana. As the mountains slowly release from the depths of winter, feet of snow start melting off, feeding gluttonous rivers that rise from tranquil trout streams to raging torrents. Perfect conditions for testing…
ProView – Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket
This winter I’ve been lucky enough to call Big Sky, Montana home. A winter in Montana will consistently teach you the true meaning of cold. So when I was given the chance to review The Original Puffy Blanket by Rumpl, I…
ProView- Mountainsmith Vasquez Peak 2
The Vasquez Peak 2 by Mountainsmith is a comfortable two-person design that allows camping in many climates. If you’re looking for a lightweight, breathable, and spacious two person tent, you have found your match! From the deserts of Utah to…
ProView- EXPED Mira 1 HL Tent
The Mira 1 HL, an ultralight 3-season tent, faced high winds in the Enchantments, unanticipated snow in the Sierras, and a high alpine night on Mount Adams. It passed each test with flying colors and has become my go-to shelter…
ProView – Mountainsmith Morrison Evo Tent
This tent can be summed up in two words: simple comfort. The Mountainsmith Morrison has a very straightforward set up that only takes about five minutes for anyone from a beginner to those who can set up tents in the…
ProView – MSR Windburner Stove
The camp stoves of my youth were inefficient, clunky things that always seemed equally likely to explode as to make breakfast. Stoves like the MSR Whisperlite improved our options, but for most of my formative years planning food for fast…
ProView – Mountainsmith Bear Creek 2 Tent
The Mountainsmith Bear Creek 2 tent is a highly breathable, fully-covered tent that gives ample room for two sleepers. For once, a 2-person tent that’s actually made for two people! Whether you are camping in the desert or hanging out at…
ProView – Big Agnes Skeeter SL 20 Sleeping Bag & Q-Core SLX Sleeping Pad
A recent trip to the South Platte for some crack climbing seemed like an ideal opportunity to test out the new Skeeter SL 20 sleeping bag from Big Agnes. The Big Agnes Skeeter SL 20 is a versatile, ultra light 650 fill power…
ProView – Klymit Static V
A very important part of a backpacker’s gear list is their sleeping pad. Without one, you’re stuck lying on the ground, which leaves you cold, wet, and achy. After a long day of hiking, I can assure you that a…