Ask the Outdoor Gear Expert

Trekking Poles & Hiking Staffs
Key features to shop for.
Choosing The Right Harness
Weighing Comfort, Safety and More.
Climbing Shoe Buying Guide
A Bridge Between Rock and Feet

Stove Care & Feeding

Camping Recipes

Climbing/Mountaineering Organizations

Climbing Events

Ticks, Ticks & More Ticks
Repelling the Little Buggers

Footbeds Are Important
Read this...your feet will thank you.

Climbing Equipment Tips

Climbing Helmets Are NOT An Accessory
Wear One If You Have a Brain.
Ice Tool Buying Guide
For Mountaineers and Climbers

Altitude Sickness Know How
Minimize Pain & Maximize Fun

Global Positioning Systems FAQ's
Everything you want to know and more!
Backpacking FAQ's

Climbing Glossary of Terms

Wilderness Resources

Climbing Sites

How To Choose A Mountain Guide

Climbing Gyms

Global Positioning Systems
Go 12 channels and forget the rest.
Waterproofing Your Map
Keep your maps dry and readable

Sleeping Bag Systems
Spanning the temperatures with layers
Sleeping Bag Temperature Ratings
Sorting through the confusion.
Winter Sleeping Bags
Features to Look For Before Buying

Solo Shelters
Bivi Sacks Are Great…But.

Trail Wisdom: Sleep Warm
Tips and techniques.
Safety Basics For Climbing

Apply Your Outdoor Adventure to Everyday Life

Pre-Trip Planning for Outdoor Adventures

The Signal Mirror
Casting a New Light on the Subject
Wilderness Survival
Are You Lost? How to Survive
Outdoor Safety & Survival
It's More Than Gear in a Can