Wet gear in the winter is the worst. This is especially true for boots and gloves. Nothing sucks worse than cold fingers and toes, and the key to keeping those digits warm is by keeping them dry. Enter the GearDryer Freestanding 12. GearDryer is a Utah company founded by skiers, for skiers (and any outdoorsy…
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Crazy Creek Hex 2.0 Chair review
Most of the gear review articles you’ll read on Utahoutside.com showcase the latest and greatest in outdoor goodies, and for good reason. We all salivate over the newest and techiest gear whether we end up buying it or not. But what about a piece of gear that’s remained largely the same since its introduction? Would…
BioLite Headlamp review
Headlamp technology has changed a ton since I first started using them. They’ve become smaller, and with LED technology, brighter. They’re also much lighter and more comfortable. Frankly I couldn’t imagine how headlamps could get any better. That is until I wore the new BioLite Headlamp. BioLite Headlamp The BioLite Headlamp is wildly different in…
OTTOLOCK bicycle lock review
One of the many fine things about living in Utah is that it’s almost always bike riding season. Minus a few months in the winter, two wheeled transportation is almost always possible. If you are a bicycle commuter or just a casual rider, a good lock is a must-have accessory. I have been using an…
Sweet Protection Dissenter MTB helmet review
If you’re gonna go fast, you better protect that melon on top of your neck. It’s not rocket science. Mountain biking in Utah can often mean steep and fast descents with plenty of technical sections; exactly the type of riding where having a top-notch helmet could save your bacon. Sweet Protection knows a thing or…
HydroBlu Jerry Can review
Camping water containers have gone high-tech. For years I’ve lugged the ubiquitous Aquatainer around while car camping and never thought much beyond their utility. But then the HydroBlu Jerry Can crossed my radar and it changed everything. The Jerry Can is more than a way to store and transport water. This jug can be pressurized…
Craghoppers trail apparel review
My first experience with Craghoppers outdoor clothing was a winter gear review for their CompressLite II jacket. I was impressed, and wondered if their summer apparel would hit the mark as well. After three months of hot hiking and plenty of sweaty, dirty miles, I can report that their pants and shirts are also up…
Danner Mountain 600 EnduroWeave boot review
I sat on my bumper and laced up the boots with some misgivings. Was this a foolish decision to make in the name of gear testing? I truly do try to beat the hell out of all the gear I review, but was there any need to abuse my feet while doing it? A ten…
Beat the burn with summer gear from Seirus, Tifosi, and Kiss My Face
With the summer sun flying high overhead, getting toasted is an all-too-common ailment here in Utah. Salt Lake City sits at roughly 4,200’ above sea level, an altitude which boosts the harmful power of the sun’s rays. Head up into the mountains to beat the heat and the potential for a sunburn only increases. Luckily,…
Klymit Versa Blanket review
A blanket is just a blanket, right? Well not if you’re Klymit. The company has a history of improving upon old outdoor gear standards, and the most utilitarian of all, the blanket, is no exception. The Klymit Versa takes blankets to the next level. It’s not only warm and cozy, but it has outdoor-friendly features…