There are so many backpacking brands out there making it hard to know them all. While the large, well-known brands are great, there are also smaller “cottage industry” brands that fly under the radar.
Tag: Icebreaker
Not Your Grandmother’s Wool – Ultimate Temperature Control in the Backcountry
Wool is commonly misconceived as itchy, scratchy, and uncomfortable even given its incredible warmth factor. However, all of that has completely changed and we must erase what we once knew wool as and give it the second chance it deserves.
Getting Started – Accumulating Your Backpacking Gear
New to backpacking? The initial investment in gear can be a bit overwhelming, but once you’ve got it all together, it is worth it. At the start of this season, I was a beginner too. Therefore, I wanted to offer what tips and insight I found helpful for myself.
