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Simon Brewer

Camper/Hiker // Biker // Backpacker // Camper // Hiker // Mountain Biker // Road Biker

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  • Stomping Grounds:

    Capitol Reef, Escalante, Arches, and the Uintahs
  • Bio:

    I love to golf. However, I realize that this is neither here no there.

    I really love to be outdoors: camping, hiking, biking and exploring. I don't ever need to leave Utah to do any of that, because there is so much I still need to see here. However, I love the Oregon Coast and Yellowstone as well.

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Great sleeping bag all around

Marmot Eco Pro 30 Sleeping Bag: 30 Degree Synthetic

Marmot Eco Pro 30 Sleeping Bag: 30 Degree Synthetic

Rating for this product: 5 August 12, 2009

I enjoy the Eco Pro a lot. Very warm. I slept fine in around 40 degree with just a t shirt and shorts. That may be misleading as I do have a slight marshmallow coating from year's of Hostess goodies. When it gets above 60, I just use it as a blanket. Light, packs down to a small size, easy to carry. I am a big guy, but still fit comfortably inside with room to shift at night. I am 6'3" and easily fit all the way in with it tied up tight around my head.

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Fantastic multi-tool SOG

SOG Knives PowerLock Multi-Tool

SOG Knives PowerLock Multi-Tool

Rating for this product: 5 August 12, 2009

I love this thing. I have used many of the attachments, and all are solid. I carved my kid's walking stick with it, from a tree branch using the saw, knife, file and pliers. I use it for cooking and cleaning fish. Very sturdy, and does not feel flimsy or weak. Made of steel, and comes in a nice little belt clip. SOG knows how to make a useful tool.

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Great little lantern, perfect for tents

Brunton Glorb LED XB Lantern

Brunton Glorb LED XB Lantern

Rating for this product: 4 August 12, 2009

This thing is small, and fits in the palm of my enormous hand. That is misleading because I have yet, other than professional basketball players, to meet someone with larger hands. For the size though, it gives off great light, perfect for inside a large tent, or midnight runs to the loo. I did think it is a little pricey, so it lost a star. However, it is durable, which I don't think a $2 Walmart lantern can claim.

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Best nutrition bar available

Clifbar Clif Bars - 12 Pack

Clifbar Clif Bars - 12 Pack

Rating for this product: 5 August 12, 2009

What else can be said after reading these other reviews? Clifbar's story lives up to its name. These are good. They are filling, and they are full of energy and nutrition. You can't go wrong during or following any activity with a Clifbar.

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Switch to Clifbar, it does not disappoint

Clifbar Builders Protein Bar - 12 Pack

Clifbar Builders Protein Bar - 12 Pack

Rating for this product: 5 August 12, 2009

My dad introduced me to Clifbar a year or so ago and I cursed his name for months for hiding their secret from me. They make tasty bars. Solid nutrition with a good focus on taste. The Builder bar is a "heavier" bar with more calories and fat for a longer burn. The chocolate coating makes it feel like I am eating cake, the nutrition value takes away the guilt during my workout.

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ALPS Mountaineering Leisure Chair

August 12, 2009

I agree, very sturdy, very comfortable, but you don't feel like you sink in and have to scissor kick to get out.

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A good excuse to sit more

ALPS Mountaineering Leisure Chair

ALPS Mountaineering Leisure Chair

Rating for this product: 5 August 12, 2009

This chair is great. Solidly built, easy to carry, easy to pack. I am a big man, and am not squeamish about plumping down into this chair around the fire, at the game, or just shooting the breeze with neighbors. Other chairs I feel comfortable with only one cheek on while I keep a hand on the ground ready for a collapse, not the ALPS chair. Buy it, you won't be disappointed for the price point.

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Best stove money can buy

Coleman PerfectFlow 2-Burner Stove

Coleman PerfectFlow 2-Burner Stove

Rating for this product: 5 August 12, 2009

Coleman knows camp stoves. This is the best money you will spend on a camp stove for this size and weight. We love them! They work great, can produce a tremendous amount of heat, or a small amount, depending on needs. Works great with 8 or 10 inch pans and the GSI Outdoor Bugaboo Griddle. Wind screen works well too.

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Great griddle for camping

GSI Outdoor Bugaboo Griddle

GSI Outdoor Bugaboo Griddle

Rating for this product: 5 August 12, 2009

We use this in conjunction with the Coleman PerfectFlow 2-Burner Stove. Perfect griddle for morning pancakes and bacon. Cooks evenly and transfers heat very well. Has a groove around the edge to catch grease and spills. Great non-stick surface cleans quickly and easily. I wouldn't take it backpacking, but it is great for car camping or backyard BBQs.

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Great sink for camping

Granite Gear Kitchen Sink - 2 Gallons

Granite Gear Kitchen Sink - 2 Gallons

Rating for this product: 5 August 12, 2009

We used this a lot for car camping because we like to cook a lot. It works as great as described. Even when half full for us, it doesn't collapse on itself. Cleans up quickly and easily, dries out fast. We did not get stuck food particles anywhere. This is something we do not leave without now.

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Really good kit for camping

GSI Outdoor Gourmet Backpack Kitchen - 8pc

GSI Outdoor Gourmet Backpack Kitchen - 8pc

Rating for this product: 4 August 12, 2009

Love this set. Has everything we need in a quick small set. The spatula did melt a little at high heat cooking eggs, that's why it loses a star. But still pleased with it, and continue to use it.

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Great utensils for camping

Sea To Summit Polycarbonate Utensil Set

Sea To Summit Polycarbonate Utensil Set

Rating for this product: 5 August 12, 2009

We own two orange sets. My son, wife and I love then. They are tough, light, easy to clean and perfect for camping or backpacking. You can't taste them when you eat. Where can I buy more? Backcountry.com!

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Best Camp Frying Pan I Have Owned

GSI Outdoor Pinnacle Frypan

GSI Outdoor Pinnacle Frypan

Rating for this product: 5 August 12, 2009

I love this little guy. I own 2 8"'ers. Cooks cleanly and quickly. Doesn't burn any of my food. It is a cinch to clean up, and is non-stick. Handle folds up for storage. I never go camping without them!

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Best Camp Axe I Have Owned!

Gerber Camp Axe

Gerber Camp Axe

Rating for this product: 5 August 12, 2009

This thing is awesome! It is really light and solid. Chopped through wood like a mule eating an apple. I was really surprised how well it did on larger pieces of wood. I kept having to "up the ante" to see how thick I could go. Still made precise and deep cuts allowing me to easily chop through things much thicker than I thought. Not good for splitting logs, but will chop through them, no problem.

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Everything (OTC) You Need!

Adventure Medical Fundamentals First Aid Kit

Adventure Medical Fundamentals First Aid Kit

Rating for this product: 5 August 12, 2009

This is a great package of medical supplies. Passes my wife's sniff test (she is a nurse). Compacts to a small size, easy to carry. Has everything you need that you can obtain, without a prescription, to get you healed and out to proper facilities if more urgent care is required. I plan on buying extras for home and the cars.

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Great watch

Freestyle USA Solstice Watch - Women's

Freestyle USA Solstice Watch - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 August 12, 2009

The watch performs very well for training, running and swimming. Holds up to some abuse, and is easy to read. Does not look too large or small on my wife's wrist.

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Stylish and Solid

Freestyle USA Minx Sport Watch - Women's

Freestyle USA Minx Sport Watch - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 August 12, 2009

Gave this watch [Black] to my Mom for her birthday. She loves it. She can't wear metal bands and wanted something stylish to wear that still could take some punishment from wear and tear. It turned out to be a great birthday gift. Now I have to peruse the site and find something to top it for Christmas. Thanks Backcountry!

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Another great Camelbak!

CamelBak Day Star Hydration Pack 2L - Women's

CamelBak Day Star Hydration Pack 2L - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 July 7, 2009

My wife loves this pack. Easy to carry, stores plenty of fluids, and fits her frame well (5'7" with a longer torso). It has become a necessity in the outdoors.

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Great find, great shirt!

The North Face VaporWick Tidwell Zip-Neck Polo Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

The North Face VaporWick Tidwell Zip-Neck Polo Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 July 7, 2009

The shirt is light, and airy. Perfect layering up for a hike beginning in the crisp morning and ending in the hot sun. Durable, comfortable, and the attention to detail one expects from The North Face.

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Kinda almost feel guilty...

Therm-a-Rest Dream Time Sleeping Pad

Therm-a-Rest Dream Time Sleeping Pad

Rating for this product: 4 July 7, 2009

...when sleeping with this pad. The foam is not as luxurious as described, but it does get the job done. This is the perfect car camping pad, especially if you can set up a tent on grass. Even on stony soil, slept soundly with little discomfort. I am a big guy, and my hips don't like hard sleeping surfaces, but I woke up with little complaint and after a long day of hiking, looked forward to retiring.

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Sleep well, Sleep in

Big Agnes Air Core Sleeping Pad

Big Agnes Air Core Sleeping Pad

Rating for this product: 5 July 7, 2009

I am a big fan of this sleeping pad. I enjoyed it so much I bought a petite one for my very young son. I am a big guy, and sleeping on the ground is not something I enjoy. However, this pad allowed for a good night's sleep, is very light and compact, easy to inflate, and something I could no longer backpack without.

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Great sandals for all occasions!

KEEN Newport H2 Sandal - Kids'

KEEN Newport H2 Sandal - Kids'

Rating for this product: 5 July 7, 2009

My 3.5 year old loves this sandals. He has worn them hiking, in the water, to museums, and just playing outside. They hold his feet well (we have even been able to stick his orthopedic inserts in them and they hold those tight to his feet) and due to the lightness, he can "run faster than dad." Great purchase!

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Wouldn't leave home without it!

Brunton Solaris i6

Brunton Solaris i6

Rating for this product: 5 July 7, 2009

This is a great device that packs up easy, but gets the job done quickly! Durable, and charged my ipod in about 3.5 hours in direct light (newer ipod touch). Lifesaver for camping with small children when hiking is done for the day and you don't want them jumping in the lake or seeing how hot fire is. Next adventure is backpacking with my iPhone and its built in compass! I am sure the i6 won't disappoint!

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Great little tool for shoveling food

Backcountry.com Titanium Spork

Backcountry.com Titanium Spork

Rating for this product: 5 July 7, 2009

It gets the job done moving precious cargo from the plate to my maw. Can't taste the metal, and I am not packing plastic around. Great purchase!

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Great Buy!

Backcountry.com Klean Kanteen Powder-Coated Bottle - 27oz

Backcountry.com Klean Kanteen Powder-Coated Bottle - 27oz

Rating for this product: 5 July 7, 2009

Love this bottle. Lightweight, durable, keeps the water tasting clean and fresh even on a hot day. Banged it around hiking up some southern Utah red rock, took no damage.

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Speed demons

Columbia Tagori Hiking Shoe - Little Kids' DO NOT USE

Columbia Tagori Hiking Shoe - Little Kids' DO NOT USE

Rating for this product: 5 May 26, 2009

My son really digs these shoes. Would not take them off until we got them good and muddy. Washed off really quick. We wears arch supports, and they fit well, with enough room for his foot. He kept running up the trail exclaiming how much faster he could go in them. Durable, grip well, fantastic purchase!

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Fantastic jacket!

Columbia Jordie Hill Jacket - Toddler Boys'

Columbia Jordie Hill Jacket - Toddler Boys'

Rating for this product: 5 May 26, 2009

My son loves this jacket! Light, but warm, completely waterproof (even in a downpour). Loose enough to also wear another layer underneath for added warmth when the weather turns wet, then really cold!

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Solid performance!

Pearl Izumi Peak XC Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Pearl Izumi Peak XC Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 May 26, 2009

These shoes are light, and are durable. I feel like I am barely wearing anything on my feet. I do have abnormally long toes, and so the toe box is a little tight for me, but as long as my nails are trimmed - no worries! They do well going up and down the hills running or walking. They worked well for me scrambling over sandstone in even muddy conditions.

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Great Gear!

CamelBak Alpine Explorer Hydration Pack - 3L

CamelBak Alpine Explorer Hydration Pack - 3L

Rating for this product: 5 May 26, 2009

I love this pack. I have a big frame (6'3", over 250 pounds). Pack fits well, holds enough water for me and my wife for longer duration hikes in hot weather. Has enough storage for wet weather gear, snacks, and emergency supplies. It is durable, standing up to sliding down rock faces (long story).

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