equipment… Packraft Field Repair Kit 28 Aug 20206 Dec 2020 Let's talk about tape. My field repair kit has evolved from anticipating a glued patch to expecting tape to be enough. This is largely because simple tape repairs have been…
equipment… DIY Ski Binding Inserts 9 Jan 20209 Jan 2020 Binding inserts allow you to swap bindings between skis, so that you don't need to buy additional bindings. Anyone can install inserts at home, but it requires a few specialty…
equipment… Bear Awareness and Safety 1 Nov 20192 Nov 2019 Preparing for a three-week trip to the western Brooks Range motivated me to learn about bear deterrence. Specifically, I wanted to make an informed decision whether to bring my 5…
equipment Alpacka Raft Lineup 17 May 20196 Dec 2020 In 2019 Alpacka Raft released a new boat lineup. This review is intended to help clarify the new boat options, and help users select the best model for their needs.…
equipment… Satellite Communication 11 Mar 201917 Mar 2019 I always feel conflicted bringing electronics into the mountains, but for extended and remote trips, I carry a satellite communication device. I don't ever plan to press the SOS button,…
equipment Ski-Touring Season… Crowd-Sourced Guides 1 Feb 201610 Mar 2019 I've been fielding questions about gear for long-distance, multi-day trips, so I've compiled notes from the Alaska Mountain Wilderness Ski Classic crew into a Ski-Touring Equipment Guide. A big part…
