One safety-related device that can really spark a debate among backpackers is the satellite communicator. On one hand you have a group that argues they interfere with the wildness of the backcountry. And on the other hand you have a group that argues they are an essential…
I bought this camera case to keep my camera dry when I’m kayaking, and it works great for that. I have never dropped the camera in the water, but I’m always worried that I could. When I bought this case I tested it extensively in the bathtub…
I like bright lights. I generally take lighter, dimmer headlamps with me on backpacking trips, but on caving trips I like to have bright lights. The Fenix headlamps are a great option. I have a Fenix HP-11 headlamp that offers 277 lumens of light and is water…
I like to keep my pack weight low without sacrificing much on comfort or the necessities. This has been a challenge when trying to find footwear for river crossings. It’s a bad idea to keep your boots on when crossing a big river, and it can be…
