Mike - Gearhead

My one complaint with the Lost Ranger was that it was a little heavy and should have used a higher quality down. Well this is the answer. This is the perfect bag for me. I am a little claustrophobic and the smaller mummy bags constrict me too much. This one combined with the way the pad slides into it allows me to toss and turn without a problem. It is a great bag.

I have the Vista C of this and love it. It is very lightweight and portable. The batteries last a really long time as well. I have used this for geocaching and route tracking as well as to get elevation. This is a good GPS system. The only complaint I have is that it is not as intuitive as it should be to use.

I like this shoe - it provides good support and has a good stiffness for hiking. The shank protects against rocks and the shoe fits very well on my slightly wide foot. Very comfortable.

This tent weighs just over 4 lbs which is really light for a 3 person tent. It has lots of mesh in the top which provides good ventilation and also has two doors so you don't have to climb over people to get out. Also it has a ton of vestibule space. This is a great backpacking tent for those who like a little more room but still want to go light.

The first time I used this bag I had borrowed it from a friend and slept like a baby (something I never do while camping). I immediately went out and bought one for myself along with the Air Core insulated pad. I use this as my spring, summer and fall sleeping bag and it keeps me very warm. My only complaint is that it is a little heavy.

I keep my 3 man tent in this and manage to fit my sleeping bag, pad and tent all in the sleeping bag compartment of my regular size backpack. It is really lightweight and weighed less than the stuff sack the tent came in but it can still compress everything.

The first pair of these I got I ordered in a regular size 9. It hurt and I didn't like it at all. I gave it to my brother. I have slightly wide feet and the way these are designed with lots of support on the side of the sandal I needed the wide model. After I got the right size it was very comfortable and both pairs are going strong after lots of use.

These bottles are small and combined with the jetboil system last longer than the larger canisters do with a normal stove. This is a great system.

This tent is light but a little heavier than some other 3 person tents. It has some great features though. The poles start out vertical at the base which give you more room. It has two doors which is nice and tons of mesh that allow a breeze to cool you on hot summer nights.

I have used this thing for minor cuts and scrapes but never for anything serious. I take it on every backpacking trip I go on and it is so lightweight that you don't even notice it. It has a good assortment of first aid gear.

I got these as a Christmas present from my wife along with the Sidewinder AR jacket. I love them. I spent a lot of time in the steep and deep this winter and stayed dry the whole time. They have vents on the side to let out some of the air. They also have the durable Gore Pro Shell and can take a lot of abuse. Overall a great pant.

I purchased a second cup so that my wife could eat and we would not have to share cups. If you have a jetboil this is a great addition. Makes for light backpacking between me and my wife.

I have one of these in various places so that I never have one too far away. The lights last forever on a single battery and it is super light. I have purchased these as gifts for people as they are so useful. This is also one of the lighter headlamps for those ultralight backpackers. It is not the brightest of headlamps but in such a small package it is a good choice.

I have tried many stoves but the second I saw this one I knew I had to give it a try. It seemed like a good setup. The fact that it is super efficient allows you to take less fuel. This boils water in no time. When I first bought it you only had the choice of the cup but since then they have some out with a lot of different cooking options.

This is a great set for those who want to go light but don't like just using a spork. I have this set and it is very light. It is also very durable.

I combine this with my Big Agnes lost ranger which is a perfect setup for people who sleep on their side or toss and turn at night. The Big Agnes sleeping bags keep the pad beneath you. This pad compacts very well and is lightweight.

I use this to help protect my down sleeping bag from moisture. It allows me to get the back down to a ridiculously small size while still giving protection from rain and water. A great purchase.

I take this on every backpacking trip I go on and it has a million uses. From field repair to gutting fish this does the job. Great product at a great price.

This fits perfectly on my Airjet 3. A footprint helps prolong the the life of the tent and provides a little extra water protection.

This headlamp is very bright and comes in a small package. It has three different setting but I only use the one. It also seems to last forever. I am still on the first batteries and I spent a couple of months using it for an hour a day.

I have this mounted on my K2 Gyrator for a great combination for a powder setup. It is nice and stiff and is very easy to get in and out of. They are quick and I can beat all my friends off the lift and down the mountain.

I got this shoe and have had a chance to try it out now in a few different situations. I was surprised at how big the lugs were when I first saw them. It is good in the mud and loose gravel. I feel like I am walking around with monster truck tires on my feet except without the weight. I was worried a bit that I could somehow rip the lugs off but they are solid.

I love this jacket. It has the GoreTex Pro shell and the only difference from the more expensive SV model is that, aside from the appearance, it has a different fabric this is not as durable in the non critical areas. It is just as waterproof and is still very durable. I have spent a good amount of time boarding through the backcountry and the trees and have had no problem. Either from getting wet or tearing the jacket. Very nice jacket.

These boots go on and off easy and are easy to tighten. You can lock down the ankle and have good feel. Some people worry about BOA but I have never had a problem. Excellent boot that fits really well on my slightly wide feet. I normally wear a size 9 which is what I wore in this boot and it fits perfectly.

I have had this bag for a few years now and it has been all over Europe and South America. It has places for everything and I can store every type of electronic gear imaginable in it. I recently carried my laptop, a full size keyboard, mouse and a 17" monitor that I connect to my laptop. They all fit in the pack. I normally carry my laptop and a big SLR camera and a bunch of lenses and a change of clothes. It has a pouch for sunglasses that I use as well. It has been all over the world and still looks fairly new. Great pack.