Equipment Reviews
Woolpower Base Layers – Review
It’s not too often I want to talk about my underwear (by that I mean never) and I know hearing about someone else’s underwear isn’t high on most peoples ‘enjoyable’ list. Unless perhaps someone is teasing you with something silky or lacy (you can find that kind of stuff somewhere else). So when I take … Continue reading
SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger – Review
Unlike traditional GPS units that help you figure out where you are, the SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger is for telling other people where you are. It’s an ‘active’ GPS unit that transmits your location to your friends, family, or to Search and Rescue (SAR) teams if you’re really in deep trouble. I had the opportunity … Continue reading
Klim Nak Pak – Review
Klim first started off making winter alpine clothing and over the years they have started designing other gear that appeals to a wide range of outdoor enthusiasts. Here we take a look at Klim’s Nak Pak that I borrowed from a friend of mine. It’s a nice rugged day pack that fits really well on … Continue reading
Garmin eTrex 30 Handheld GPS – Review
Several years ago I had an eTrex Legend unit and I loved it (it was instrumental in helping me avoid getting lost in India) but unfortunately it was lost over the years and I really wanted another one. Thankfully Santa was good to me and treated me with the new eTrex 30 adding to my … Continue reading
Princeton Tec Vizz Headlamp – Review
This powerful little headlamp puts out a whopping 150 Lumens on it’s maximum brightness setting and casts a narrow 90m beam. On its maximum brightness setting, the lamp is claimed to last about 110hrs on the three included AAA size batteries. Personally I think that’s a tad optimistic since the low battery indicator came on … Continue reading
