The Columbia Silver Ridge cargo shorts have recently become Gear Son’s favorite pair of shorts. These shorts are made of a quick drying, ultra-wicking, upf 50 material, that gives you plenty of freedom to move in. During the initial test of these shorts, Gear Son fell into a river up to his waist (complete with…
Take time this summer to notice the little things…
Polar Vortex…winter has arrived…Brrr!
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Today’s tip will help prevent waking up to frozen boots when on a winter camping or backpacking trip. Before bed, turn your sleeping bag stuff-sack inside out and then remove the liners from your boots. Place the bootliners inside the stuff-sack and then place the sack inside your sleeping bag between your legs for the…
I’m dreaming of a white Christmas…
Snowshoeing through the woods in winter, where all you hear is the crunch of the snow underfoot…
Trip planning during the cold season is critical, and if the mercury drops low enough, your safety and health can be at risk. Plan early and plan down to the fine details to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip. Detailed trip planning will help set your mind at ease and build a wise, calm confidence…
An important part of any weekend away or a larger planned trip is a good hot meal or the necessary cup of coffee. Choosing the correct stove to get this done is crucial, and sometimes, well most of time with the Gear Guys, we need indestructible gear as we like to venture deep into…
The Nitecore P12 flashlight has been tested by The Gear Guys over the past two years and has proven itself worthy very many times. We have used and abused this flashlight while hiking in the woods, walking on a sandy beach, walking on a frozen icy beach, while freezing during a winter camping expedition, and…
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