In the Wake of the Earthquake: An Everest Interview
An interview with Everest guide Ryan Waters, whose team survived the recent earthquake and avalanche tragedies in Nepal.
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Tent Fabrics Part 1: Fabric Specs
The first in a two-part blog series focused on demystifying tent fabric technology.
12 Secondary Uses For Trekking Poles
I’ve got a few basic philosophies when it comes to gear selection for any of my adventures. First and foremost, I look for equipment that is the perfect combination of strength, weight, reliability and repairability.
A Recon Mission in Patagonia
The crew from MSR sent me a quick note asking if I would share details from my recent reconnaissance trip to Patagonia. They were specifically wondering about my gear,
Crag Dogs: A Climber’s Best Friend (Or Worst Enemy)
When you punt off your project for the hundredth time in a row, having your dog at the crag with you can spell the difference between holding it together and bursting into tears. But it’s a double-edged sword. If you’re going for the send on your project and your crag dog spots a wild animal they want to chase, you need to stop, go in-direct or lower and handle your crag dog. Whether dogs belong at the crag is a difficult question with many different answers, and they may all be right. We’re here to help you make the right decision for yourself and your dog. Rules and Regulations It doesn’t matter if your dog is the best crag dog in the world, if the area’s regulations say no dogs—sorry…
5 Tips for Staying Warm & Comfortable in a Tent
Sleeping in a tent in good weather is mostly intuitive. Sure, there are some helpful tricks, but for the most part, any beginner can figure it out. However, add a little rain, snow, sleet, wind, or combinations of the elements thereof, and staying warm and dry might not be as simple as you thought. Anyone can survive a night in less than ideal conditions, but maintaining comfort and warmth on longer and/or multiday trips and adventures can take a little more experience. Here are five quick tips that just might come in handy on your next camping adventure that features less than desirable weather. 1: Ventilation One of the key components of staying dry is preventative maintenance. No matter how warm your gear is, it is rendered pretty useless once…
Spark of Invention: The Origin Story of MSR’s Reactor Stove
The Reactor stove is in an echelon all its own. Here’s the story behind its creation.
5 Advantages of Liquid Fuel Stoves
Why a liquid fuel stove might be right for you.