Contributions by GearMom (23)

I wish I could afford more of these. They are really comfortable and a great base layer when it is cold out but perfect for outer wear when it is chilly out. Comfortable enough to sleep in (a little secret here - I have).

This was my primary jacket this winter until I got the Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero Down Jacket. The cut is a little weird on this and uncomfortable. Though I am slim the arm zippers bite and don't stay closed well. Seams do leak and oddly I was cold in it a lot. If I had to do it again I would go with the Mountain Hardwear.

I bought a VERY expensive North Face Jacket and froze most of the winter until I got this one. So soft, warm and roomy. I love the stuff sac too - it packs down easily for camping and travel.

So uncomfortable. Though it keeps me warm I don't even want to put it on. The zipper is weird and noisy when you zip, the thumb holes are uneven and the cut is totally strange - I question whether they used a real person for cut measurements or just made them up.

I bought two pair of these shoes - black and brown. They are so comfortable that I wish they had more colors!

That is all I can say. So comfortable, warm and light - I want one for each day of the week.

Great set. Really durable and easy to clean. Packs tightly too. Just wish it wasn't orange.

This replaced a much older headlamp and I was unsure if it would be bright enough and...indeed it is. Blindingly bright but provides enough to easily get around. Isn't too heavy either, and comfortable to wear.

Light, sturdy and easy to tote around. The only problem is you have to carry it just so or it flips open.

Really great kitchen, comes with about everything you need but just a little awkward in a backpack. Maybe it would be better with the MSR pot it is supposed to nest in.

How have I gone 20 years on the trail without one of these? At first, when a friend recommended I get this I thought, seems too cushy for back county but it was PERFECT for chilling and playing cards, cooking and just enjoying the space after a long day. Didn't take up much space and was light too...added bonus!

Was debating if I really needed utensils but decided to go for it. These were a great pick because they are so light and compact, not to mention they saved the surface of the pot I was cooking in.

I did not think I could make it though a tough week long back country trip and a friend recommended these. They TOTALLY saved my back and knees. Now that I have a pair I am going to use them for even short day hikes.

Very simple but worked great for the new Therm-a-rest.

Great set for backpacking. Light, easy to clean and more than enough room to cook for plenty.

I was going to buy a titanium set but then I ran in to this item. These are light, heavy duty, easy to clean and if that isn't enough - really compact. I am going to buy a couple more sets for the rest of the family.

I own an older Therm-a-rest which, having a hole, needs to be retired. I debated back and forth about the extra cost for this one and it is honestly worth it. So comfortable, I actually slept well on the trail for the first time since I was a kid. Honestly amazing.

Though I have three other toiletry bags, this one is by FAR the best. It has enough room for everything, nothing falls out (as with my other bags) and somehow manages to take up very little space in my luggage. I just wish I had bought this one first!

This cooler cube rocks! I can either use it with the Modular Hauler for a long trip OR just throw it over my shoulder for the soccer field. It is big enough for a few days worth of food yet small enough for me to carry without injuring my back.

This is a GREAT addition to the hauler. It makes cleaning up after a wet and dirty trip TONS faster and easier.

This is the best! I can keep the individual totes packed and throw them in the hauler when I decide to go camping, to the lake or skiing on the fly. I got the mesh and cooler totes as well which are perfect additions!

I love the idea of the bottle but the bite valve leaks when standing up, lying down...going up in altitude. Perfect only if you are going to leave it upright at all times.