Darn Tough Vermont -Darn Tough is Darn Right

Darn Tough Vermont is a well-known maker of top quality socks.  Time and again, I‘ve watched YouTube videos from thru-hikers that are using Darn Tough socks.  For me, this speaks volumes.  Thru-hikers on the AT, PCT, and CDT will spend 6 or more months completing their journey.  When these people wholeheartedly recommend a product the … Read more

Thermarest Corus HD Has Warmth Not Weight

The Thermarest Corus HD quilt is new for 2016 and Thermarest says it is their most technical down quilt.  I am a big fan of quilts, although I do enjoy burrowing up into a warm sleeping bag.  Camping or backpacking quilts are more popular recently and there are good reasons for this.  The biggest advantage … Read more

UCO Leschi Lantern + Flashlight

The UCO Leschi Lantern + Flashlight combines a camp lantern and flashlight into one small package.  I ran the Leschi through its paces and I think it is a pretty handy light.  Using the Leschi in either mode, it provides good lighting for its size.  Task lighting from a flashlight is just about a necessity when … Read more

Barebones Trailblazer Flashlight

In my search for a new flashlight to light up the outdoors, I stumbled across the Barebones Trailblazer Flashlight. Reading that the Trailblazer was able to put out loads of light and was rechargeable, this flashlight instantly sparked my interest. Then I saw that while not charging up, you can recharge your USB devices with this flashlight. And who doesn’t want … Read more

UCO A-120 Comfort Fit Headlamp

I‘ve been using the UCO A-120 Comfort Fit Headlamp for a few months now. This headlamp is super comfortable, plenty bright, and easy to use. UCO says the A-120 is the thinnest, most comfortable headlamp on the market. While I haven‘t checked on it, I can say that the A-120 is thinner than any other … Read more