Walking around in flip flops or sandals is synonymous with summertime. However, those aren’t realistic pieces of footwear for many outdoor adventures. If you have to wear boots or shoes for your leisure pursuits, ensure that you stay as comfortable as possible with these three products: Sof Sole Insoles Let’s face it: the insoles that…
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Kuhl Styx shirt review
I have a problem with most technical outdoor shirts. They are made from materials that feel a bit… plastic against the skin. Polyester is the main culprit, but nylon also joins in. Now I understand the function of wearing these fabrics for moisture control while sweating, or if the shirt gets wet and needs to…
First Look: Ledlenser MH6 headlamp review
A good headlamp is essential gear for outdoor recreation. Not only do you need one for camping, but you should always have a lamp in your pack for emergencies. A headlamp could mean the difference between being lost overnight, or finding your way back to base. I’ve been using the new Ledlenser MH6 headlamp since…
Kuhl Outsider Pant review
To be comfortable in the outdoors, you need to wear the right clothing. Quality mens outdoor pants are essential – they have to be water resistant, flexible, rugged, and look good enough to wear out to dinner after a day on the crags. Well Salt Lake City’s own Kuhl has a pant with the perfect…
Klymit KSB 20˚ Oversized Down Sleeping Bag review
Why is it that sleeping bags are one-size-fits-all? People come in all body shapes and sizes, but sleeping bags generally are all the same length and width. But that all changes with the introduction of the Klymit KSB 20˚ Oversized Down Sleeping Bag. It’s the first sleeping bag that I’m aware of that you can actually…
Vasque Talus UltraDry boot review
As a general outdoor lover, I’m always in need of a good, all-around boot that is appropriate for just about any activity. The Vasque Talus UltraDry so far has been that boot for me. After getting my pair back in September, I’ve pretty much worn them as everyday footwear over the winter months, and have…
Foldylock Compact bike lock review
If you love your bike as much as I do, then protecting it from thieves is of the highest priority. Unfortunately, most bike locks on the market are either safe but too heavy and expensive, or they are affordable but not a very good theft deterrent. But the Foldylock Compact by Seatylock is different. I’ve…
Kuhl Interceptr Vest review
A warm core is a happy core, and a happy core is a comfortable body. A vest is the most versatile way to keep your core temperature warm and regulated, whether it’s the dead of winter, or a chilly summer night. Lately I’ve been wearing the new Kuhl Interceptr Vest for everything from spring skiing…
TREW Trewth Bib review
Despite the recent warm conditions, winter is definitely not over in the Wasatch Mountains. With spring comes bluebird skies, corn snow, and of course the occasional powder day. With so much variation in mountain conditions, we could all use a snow pant that is ready for anything. Hell, forget the pants…how about some bibs? The…
Book review: “100 Classic Hikes Utah”
Utah is loaded with classic hiking trails. From the deserts to the south and the mountains of the north, there are so many hikes to choose from it’s tough to narrow them all down for a weekend trip. But a new guide book, 100 Classic Hikes: Utah, narrows down the thousands of hikes in the…