This is a great bottle for everyday use around the house, gym, or at work. The downside it that it has parts, and parts break. I would not advocate this as a backcountry bottle, instead go with a traditional bottle with screw cap. I did break the cap on my first bottle and it was easier to just buy a new bottle...again not a backcountry type bottle.

These are the current socks in my 3 season backpacking setup. Keep my feet warm in cooler weather and cool in warm weather. If you are prone to really hot feet you may go with something else, but for regular folks they are great. I recently took a hiking short cut through a coastal estuary (don't ask why) and soaked these with nasty bog water and mud. I rinsed them out at the next water stop and hung them to dry. They never got stinky and dried quickly. They are also fitted and feel great on your foot.

I bought the 2/3 size and it works great. If you can deal with a pack under your feet you should be fine with a 2/3 size. I am a side sleeper and this thing lets me get a good night sleep without my hips going numb. Like everyone else is saying, the trick is to get all settled and then let 1/3 to 1/2 of the air out so that you settle in and get supported. If you don't you will be sorry. Material is sturdy and tough, but be sure to keep valve threads clear of sand and dirt.

I own two of these knives, one for everyday use and one for backpacking. The pocket clip is better than other brands making it more comfortable to carry and retrieve. Blade is stable when fully opened and under heavy load. Also, you can take the thing completely apart and clean it out.I abuse mine everyday and they keep on going. SOG makes the best knives hands down.

I had a hard time deciding what filter to finally buy and chose this one and I have NO regrets. It's easy to use, works great, and packs small and light. I have used it in lakes, rivers, and streams with no problems. Compared to other people's equipment that I have hiked with it seems easier and faster than many other brands out there. You won't be disappointed.

This is a great light for all occasions. I replaced my smaller and lighter (1oz) cheapo headlamp and was worried about the added 2oz. After using it I can say that it was worth the extra weight. Between the different intensity settings and the diffuser this thing could weight 10oz and I'd probably still use it. One thing I did was change from standard alkaline batteries to lighter weight lithium ion ones to save a little weight. You can't go wrong here.

Small, light, and dries super quick. Look not further, no need to buy any other towel. I bought the large, and can dry my whole body off if I have to.

Small, light, and fits my whole cooking setup. Perfect for solo backpacking. Note that only smaller gas canisters will fit inside.