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Hanchor Marble Backpack Review

Nov 4, 2016 by Roger Caffin

Roll Top, Obvious Water Trap, Hanchor Marble Pack Frame Review Roger Caffin

This Hanchor Marble backpack review addresses how well Hanchor succeeded at rethinking several key components of a traditional backpack.

Backpack, Hanchor

New Balance 1080 v5 Review (What is Fresh Foam?)

Aug 30, 2016 by Roger Caffin

The newly released New Balance 1080v5 shoes have “fresh foam” technology to minimize running wear on the body without compromising stability.

footwear, new balance, trail running shoes

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DIY Backpacking Stove: An Ultralight Vortex Burner (Part 5: Pot Support)

Jul 29, 2016 by Roger Caffin

In part 5, Roger Caffin shares his design for a pot support for the vortex burner as a solution for an ultralight winter DIY backpacking stove system.

canister stoves, vortex burner, winter backpacking

DIY Backpacking Stove: An Ultralight Vortex Burner (Part 4: Lab & Field Testing)

Jul 22, 2016 by Roger Caffin

In part 4, Roger Caffin tests the vortex burner in the lab and in the field as a solution for an ultralight winter DIY backpacking stove system.

canister stoves, vortex burner, winter backpacking

DIY Backpacking Stove: An Ultralight Vortex Burner (Part 3: Mechanical Design)

Jul 8, 2016 by Roger Caffin

In part 3, Roger Caffin discusses the mechanical design for the vortex burner as a solution for an ultralight winter DIY backpacking stove system.

canister stoves, vortex burner, winter backpacking

DIY Backpacking Stove: An Ultralight Vortex Burner (Part 2: Research and Development)

Jun 29, 2016 by Roger Caffin

In part 2, Roger Caffin explains the research and development behind the vortex burner as a solution for an ultralight winter DIY backpacking stove system.

canister stoves, vortex burner, winter backpacking

DIY Backpacking Stove: An Ultralight Vortex Burner (Part 1- Background and Theory)

Jun 10, 2016 by Roger Caffin

In Part 1, Roger Caffin explores the theory behind using a vortex burner as a solution for an ultralight winter DIY backpacking stove system.

canister stoves, winter backpacking

Enlightened Equipment Booties Review

Apr 1, 2016 by Roger Caffin

Community review / giveaway results for the Enlightened Equipment Apex-insulation-filled booties.

booties, enlightened equipment, sponsored content, ultralight sleep systems

Nigor Didis 2 Tent, Part 2: A DIY/MYOG Case Study for Aftermarket Modifications to Improve Tent Performance

Mar 9, 2016 by Roger Caffin

The author presents manageable solutions to improve performance of the Nigor Didis 2 Tunnel Tent using an MYOG / DIY approach that can be applied to any tent.

MYOG, Nigor

Primus Winter Gas Review

Dec 21, 2015 by Roger Caffin

Antoine Equation - Primus Winter Gas Analysis

Primus released a new blend of gas known as Winter Gas. Does this blend increase fuel efficiency? Is it worth the cost?

canister stoves, jetboil, new feature, Primus

Paramo Socorro and Katmai Shirts (Flash Review)

Dec 16, 2015 by Roger Caffin

The Soccoro ladies shirt can be used in the field or while traveling, and makes for a nice gift.

Paramo, trekking clothing

Nigor Didis 2 Tunnel Tent Review Part 1

Nov 10, 2015 by Roger Caffin 15 Comments

Tunnel tents are known for their robust frames and thriving in inclement weather. Does this tent from outdoor industry newcomer Nigor uphold to these standards?

Nigor, ultralight sleep systems, winter backpacking

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