Who doesn't want to be a Pirate!?! Get these socks and you'll instantly be swashbucklin' your way past every lowly common person driving their Prius thinking 50MPG is doing something!! HA! How about INFINITY MPG!! Take that ECO-WANNABES!! arrrggh...

I had mine for about 5 years until just a few weeks ago I traded for some other gear. I used it for many things, from cramming it full of gear for a weekend jeep adventure to week long backpacking in Western NC to an overpriced laundry bag (worked great)! I traded my pack because this thing is serious! This isn't a pack for weekend warriors, that is unless you want to take EVERYTHING you own! This is for major trips for multiple days! I wish I could use it for it's whole potential but really it was just a status symbol for me that I had a cool giant Gregory pack. (ugh immaturity) I never had a problem with it, the adjustments are great and the pack felt great with any load no matter how overstuffed it got. The palisade never let me down. Oh, I remember that I was hooked on the Shasta before I settled on the Palisade and the deciding factor for me was the front external pocket (that's really the only difference between the two). I like the ability to put small items that I needed to get to fast, and the front pocket is a little easier to dig through that the top pouch. But go with whatever you like. Some tips in general:
Make sure you get fitted at a shop before you buy online, DON'T GEUSS ON PACK SIZES! I'd recommend Gregory to anyone looking no matter what type of trip you'll be taking, they make a pack for every person & trip. Also borrow a friends pack before you jump in to buying gear, it will help you figure out what you like and dislike. I'd also recommend Ospery packs if your hunting, they have a different type of suspension and belt system which I think fits great!

I bought this for my wife and Just like my review title you can barely see the graphic on this shirt! What were they thinking?? You might as well just go find a grey shirt and put it on. I was hoping this was just a bad photo... nope it sucks.

If I could afford it I would get rid of every cotton sock I owned and buy only SmartWool socks! They rule in every category, including the elusive style (ok, maybe you don't look that hip with sandals and fluffy earthy green wool socks! But you bought them because these socks DO WORK!) Don't deny the gravitational pull you have to hit the 'Ad to Cart' button. They call to you, young grasshopper, and you must answer!

They're pricey for a reason! There doesn't seem like there would be a lot of design in a sock but once you put on a pair of these, your ol' Hanes will feel like 1500's technology! They're super comfortable, regulate the temperature of feet, and wick away moisture to keep blisters at bay. Oh yeah and they will out last any sock in your drawer! WARNING - You'll find yourself reaching for these far more often than your old cotton socks - Better by 8 pairs!!

Who lays inside stuff sack waiting to be used?
Who's titanium handle has never been abused?
Who stabs at noodles, spoons up soup, and shovels Captain Crunch?
Only one will i choose to help me eat my lunch.
Who's pointy spikes and rounded end puts forks and spoons to shame?
Who makes the knives cringe in fear when they hear his name?
Who is the mighty king of all the silverware?
Who's mighty frame should always be handled with respect and care?
Who has been man's loyal and helpfull dinner-mate?
Who's only purpose is to lift the food from your plate?
Who can tackle ramen, Crystal Light, and even chewy pork?
Only one can do these things... and that friends is the SPORK!

Ok, I'll be honest I've got a big head and many sunglasses (all of them) make me look cross-eyed when I put them on! The width of these are great and the cut of the lenses a lot more than the Hardtops. I do agree with STW that they let a bit too much light in from the top. Also I wish Native added all polarized lenses with the Dash SS. Only the main lens is the polarized (already installed in the frame), so you could switch them out but your not getting the same performance. I hate to be so critical because I really love these shades and honestly those two things are very minor!! So if you've got a big head like me, fear not! You've found your shades!

I debated for a few days if I should get the traditional buckles or the Speeds and I am Very happy I went with the SA version! Completely changed how I felt about gearing up for work or climbing. No more debating if it was worth it to take off my harness for a few minutes to rest because now I don't have to readjust and double back. Fellow climbers would give me jealous looks when I had my harness ready and waiting while they were just finishing up their waist buckle! It is a freedom everyone should experience and yes they are safe!! I bought mine a year ago and I'm already looking to buy another! The harness is a great all around harness for general climbing or working on high ropes courses. No, it's not for big climbs where you'll be hanging in your harness for extended periods, it's not made for that type of work. But if your looking for a no fuss, solid workhorse of a harness that simplifies your life, then this is it!

I purchased an A5 polo about two years ago and it has been my favorite shirt ever sense. The A5 fits me the best out of any of my other polo's! I'm 6 foot tall/180 lbs, and the medium shirt fits me perfect even after years of washing on the warm/hot setting. It has a great aged look to it now, not to clean/not to rough, just perfect. It's really like my best friend, ready for any adventure and fits my personality like no other!

I've used Thorlos and other brand socks and after just one season of use had the elastic wear out in them. The only way you would have to buy another pair of SmartWools is to lose them! That has been my only problem, my dryer seems to eat them and I somehow have random singles left! This is a serious sock that other sock's wish they could be like when they grow up! Like others have said; Look past the price this is an investment that won't disapoint you!