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The Klymit Static V Junior is the latest variation of the Static V series of sleeping pads. Klymit is a well-known maker of outdoor gear and the Static V design is already proven itself. I‘ve bought at least one and tested more of the Static V sleeping pads and I like them a lot. Klymit … Read more
With their Big Man’s Windproof Thermal Softshell Cycling Jacket, Aero Tech Designs has allowed me to extend my bike riding time all the way through the cold Utah winter. This jacket is pretty much the same as their Men’s Softshell Cycling Jacket, but comes in larger sizes, for big guys like me. I need to point … Read more
The Kammok Dragonfly Insect Net rounded out my hammock setup for a three night trip last fall. To see the Kammok Roo and Python straps review, click here. I slept really well during our trip. The temperatures were cold enough to keep most of the flying insects at bay but I used the Dragonfly to … Read more
The Coast HX5 flashlight makes a great every day carry flashlight, and is light enough to carry backpacking. The HX5 is a solid, small size flashlight that feels good in the hand. Coast used their Slide Focus system which allows easy one-handed use of the light. Instead of twisting the end of the flashlight to … Read more
Bricks Bars are great if you are following a paleo lifestyle, want to eat clean, have allergies like me, or just want a quality snack without additives and processing. As you may have guessed, I have food allergies. I put up with with this for a while, then tests confirmed that my body does not like wheat, … Read more