Description: The Katadyn Vario Dual Technology Water Filter combines the two best technologies – ceramic and pleated microfiltration. It is designed so that a simple turn engages a ceramic [...]
I have tried many packs for canyoneering over the years. I currently us an older Arcteryx Bora 35 Liter for most canyons that don’t require a combination of overnight gear, packrafting gear [...]
Bless you Adidas for buying Five Ten. I was worried that when Adidas bought Five Ten they would discontinue making shoes that would work in wet canyons. Not only did they continue, they made an [...]
The Sterling Chain Reactor Pro Personal Anchor is bomber enough to hold up through years of abuse. Mine has lasted for over four years through dozens of narrow slot canyons. It offers the right [...]
The Canyon Jug is—by far—the best waterproof container you can get for canyoneering through swimmers. If you are headed out to drop into a fun, non-technical canyon like Wet Beaver Creek or a [...]
Rappelling Device for Technical Canyoneering The PIRANA descender offers multiple braking options and can be installed on the rope without removing it from the harness. Designed for use with [...]
Blue Water Canyon Pro DS 8 MM Rope is one badass rope. It can handle many rough sandstone canyons and come out unscathed. It is a canyoneers dream. It is lightweight, weighing only 5.51 pounds at [...]
These are a good pair of gloves for rappelling in wet or dry situations. They have a Kevlar palm to last longer and to keep the heat from a rapid descent from reaching your skin. They have only [...]
I have really liked the Merrell Outland hiking shoe. I could get 500-600 miles on one pair before they had to be retired. Unfortunately Merrell discontinued them so I bought a pair of the Radland [...]
What they say: These lightweight belay/rappel gloves combine the durability of a work glove with the precise fit and dexterity of a fine driving glove. Double-layered leather protects the palm [...]
What they say: The Smedge rocks. Literally. This breathable approach shoe excels on craggy, rock-strewn routes that require a low volume fit and a high-friction, sticky rubber grip. With a [...]
I purchased The North Face Men’s Cats Meow left hand sleeping bag. I got the long since I am 6’0″ which is the max length recommended for the regular. I only used it a few [...]
Merrell’s Spring arrivals are in. You can view them at Merrell.com. The only reason I mention it is because they added my favorite hiking shoe back on the menu!! See it here: Outland
I previously posted how much I loved the Merrell Outland boot. You can see the review here. I just wanted to post an update on my last pair. I purchased them in April of 2010 and wore them for [...]
I know that my posts are usually about adventures, gear, etc, but, from time to time you made need a mechanic to work on your vehicle to get you to those adventures. So I am posting this to [...]