Headlamp design doesn’t change much year to year; you got an elastic strap and a big ole’ light on the front packed full of batteries. But Brunton has gone back to the drawing board with the RL6 headlamp which gives consumers a new option in the way we light up the night. The Brunton RL6…
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Backpacking to Scudder Lake in the Uinta Mountains
Backpacking in the Uintas brings to mind an exploration of the mountain range’s most postcard-esque landscapes, requiring heavily-laden packs chock full of enough supplies to last a month outdoors. But sometimes you just want a quick getaway for the weekend, yet demand an escape from the crowds at established campsites. There are many small, remote lakes in…
Klymit goes even lighter at 2011 Outdoor Retailer Summer Market
Sleeping pads have come a long way since the closed cell foam monsters of yesteryear. Sleep systems are a common starting point for backpackers who want to drop pounds, and Klymit has solutions. The brand was born right here in Utah (Nate Alder formed the company while studying at BYU in ’08) and wowed the…
Easton impresses with Kilo Tents at 2011 Outdoor Retailer Summer Market
Easton Mountain Products has been in the game since 1922, but it’s their recent offerings in lightweight tents that have garnered the most attention. Their booth was crowded with folks looking for a glimpse of the new lineup, and Easton didn’t disappoint. Two new lightweight tents and a redesign of an old favorite ensure there…
Hike to the Palisades Lakes in Idaho’s Snake River Range
Shhh… don’t say it out loud, but every now and then it’s nice to get out of Utah. The Snake River Mountain Range in southeastern Idaho is largely below 9,000′, so if the Uintas are still melting out and the desert is just too stinking hot, a road trip could be in order. Make the…
Primus Express Stove Ti review
Gone are the days of cumbersome tents and sleeping bags, and your backcountry cooking gear shouldn’t be any different. Primus has been a trusted name in outdoor gear for a long time, and their stoves are a highlight of the product line. They sent along the Express Stove Ti for testing and I put it…
Kelty Salida 2 Tent review
Backpacking season is in full swing, and for many of us that means the chance to upgrade our gear. If it’s a tent you seek then you are likely hoping find something lightweight, durable and easy on the wallet. Too tall of an order? Not a chance, thanks to the folks at Kelty. The Salida…
Joby GorillaTorch Switchback review
As an outdoor enthusiast, I love good innovation and design when it comes to the gear I carry. Often, I get used to the way things are with the gear I own and simply make due. But sometimes, a new item comes along that just blows everything else out of the water. The Joby GorillaTorch…
Kelty LumaTech Lantern review
Night in the backcountry is a special time. Whether car camping or backpacking, star gazing can be the highlight of an entire trip. Don’t spoil the moment by being unprepared; a good light source is the key to enjoying the dark hours. Kelty is a company known for their tents and backpacks, but they also…
Easton Mountain Products Kilo tent wins award
It’s always awesome to hear about a local company kicking ass and taking names. Utah’s Easton Mountain Products is making waves and winning awards with their new Kilo ultralight tent. We featured the Kilo last year at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market, and since that time, the Kilo has earned top honors from the outdoor industry….