Doug Johnson
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Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles Review Summary and Gear Guide Overview
Carbon fiber construction has made its way into the trekking pole industry in a big way. The result is a bunch of really light poles. Which are better? We put twelve all-carbon and carbon/aluminum hybrid trekking poles through some seriously tough testing and rate their performance and features.
Gossamer Gear Lightrek ‘06 Trekking Pole REVIEW
The lightest poles on the market, now with stiffer shafts and more contoured grips. Are the shafts stiff and durable enough for serious trail usage?
Alpkit Carbonlite Trekking Pole REVIEW
Stiff, lightweight, and reasonably priced, the Alpkit Carbonlite poles are the carbon trekking pole value leaders. How did they stand up to months of abuse?
Inov-8 Debris Socks (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2006)
New 1.3 ounce sock/gaiter from Inov-8
Inov-8 Introduces Higher Shock Absorption Shoes (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2006)
Extra cushion offers entry point to Inov-8 line
Hennessy Hyperlite Backpacker A-sym Hammock and Cuben Fiber Fly (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2006)
The Ultralite Backpacker A-sym takes a 7 ounce diet
Integral Designs eVENT Pullover Jacket (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2006)
Tougher, lighter, and softer eVENT jackets
Komperdell Carbon Fiber Featherlite Fixed Length Trekking Poles (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2006)
A 4.3 ounce trekking pole from Komperdell with straps and ultralite carbide Alpine tips for only $100
Komperdell Avalanche Carbon Shovel REVIEW
This carbon fiber snow shovel is the lightest, most versatile, and most beautiful on the market… but also the most expensive.
Mountain Laurel Designs Revelation Backpack REVIEW
Built for the gear-obsessed SUL crowd, the 3.2 ounce Mountain Laurel Designs Revelation pack is the lightest pack on the market while still offering a usable set of features. Further, it is the first commercially-available pack to be constructed of high-tech Cuben Fiber fabric. Impressive – yes, but how does it stand up to the rigors of off-trail hiking?
NEMO Hypno AR Tent REVIEW
Slick, two-person inflatable single wall tent.
Outdoor Research Nimbus Sombrero REVIEW
A warm weather, wide coverage, rain hat from the makers of the classic Seattle Sombrero.
Double Wall Tents Review Summary and Gear Guide Overview
Comparison of, and performance ratings for, lightweight double wall backpacking tents.
MSR Hubba Hubba Tent REVIEW
Double wall tent for two that weighs just over 4 lbs and has a unique pole hub system that makes it a breeze to pitch.
Redfeather Trek 30 Snowshoe REVIEW
Lightweight snowshoes at a great price, but there are issues.
Sierra Designs Lightning Tent REVIEW
Lightweight, freestanding double wall tent with Easton FX Carbon poles. Is this the ultimate compromise in a do-it-all three-season tent?
Mountain Laurel Designs Prophet 25 Backpack REVIEW
A well-designed, low volume 4.4-ounce pack for dayhikes or SuperUltraLight overnights.
Gossamer Gear NightLight Sleeping Pad (Torso Length) REVIEW
Durable, resistant to compression, and very comfortable for the weight, but a couple of extra inches would be nice.
Redfeather Trek 30 Snowshoe SPOTLITE REVIEW
Value priced aluminum-framed snowshoes.
Fanatic Fringe Alpine Trail Backpack REVIEW
A durable small volume pack for SuperUltraLight backpacking or day hiking that would benefit from load control features.
