Note – 2025-09-29 19:40
For some reason I've not heard of the material, Polycryo until a few weeks ago. Some good reviews though so I just bought a Gossamer Gear Polycryo groundsheet. Tough, lightweight and relatively cheap....
Tag: outdoorgear
Note – 2025-06-30 08:42
This week was the first hike I've done which really proved the usefulness and worth of the Six Moon Designs Sun Umbrella. The sun was beating down as we reached the lake and bivvy site mid-afternoon....
Note – 2025-06-20 12:56
We had some river crossings to deal with during our recent trip to the Pyrenees mountains. This is where we found another use for our Zpacks Ultralight Camp Shoes. Yes, apart from being a lightweight...
Note – 2025-05-31 10:13
It's a week before we head off to the Pyrenees for a week long trek. Seems there is more snow than normal for June so will have to take crampons and ice axes to cross the high passes and maybe summit...
Note – 2025-05-28 14:37
Don't normally do selfies but does show you my new super duper "Ranger" camera bag from https://www.leichtmut.de/product/the-ranger-ultralight-camera-bag/ Can be worn on chest but I prefer as a waist...
Note – 2025-05-17 06:49
Just ordered a new thru hiking tent from Durston - a X-Mid-2. My first purchase from them. 3 season, good reviews, only 880 grams (31oz) and very reasonably priced. Hoping it arrives from Canada in ti...
Note – 2024-09-02 12:45
Packing for a two day trip to climb the mighty Alcazaba (3350m) starting tomorrow. The finest peak in the Sierra Nevada. Bivouac at Laguna Altera (Siete Lagunas). Will be able to travel lightweight, n...