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1 Trail shoes to satisfy speed demons Travel and Recreation
For the record, I am not a trail runner, but in response to several reader requests for information on new trail shoes, I asked a few experienced runners to check out some of the latest shoes and see how they rate on Northwest trails.
11/12/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
2 Paclite jackets ideal for Northwest autumns Travel and Recreation
Once the undisputed champion of the rainwear category, Gore-Tex faces many high-quality competitors today. In some cases, the competitors outperform the venerable champ. But when it comes to ultralight jackets, Gore-Tex's Paclite fabric proves the champion still has a bit of fight.
10/29/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
3 SPOT Personal Tracker keeps friends, and rescuers, informed Travel and Recreation
Nothing beats proper preparation and careful navigation for staying safe in the backcountry. But when the unexpected happens, even the best planning may not be enough to keep you safe.
10/15/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
4 Little things make big differences: the Original Buff and a rainproof journal Travel and Recreation
Nothing exemplifies that like the Original Buff. Our intrepid team of testers were all highly skeptical of the utility of the Buff, but after days of hiking with it in Utah's Escalante region and throughout Washington's Cascades, all six testers became Buff believers.
9/17/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
5 Kick the heavyweight habit with these hiking shoes Travel and Recreation
Conventional wisdom says you need heavier, stiffer boots as your hikes get longer and more difficult. Today's hiking shoes, though, kick that convention to the curb.
9/10/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
6 Spare your wallet, check out these fly rods Travel and Recreation
Several years ago, fly-fishing developed a bad rap as an expensive sport for dandies. Of course, an element of truth lurks behind that reputation, but even gear makers realize the absurdity of thinking every angler will spend $800 or more on a deluxe carbon-fiber fly rod.
8/27/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
7 A backpack more comfortable than any other Travel and Recreation
For the record, over the last 20 years, by rough estimate, I've carried at least 150 packs over more than 18,000 trail miles. So when I say the Mountain Hardwear Intention 75 is the most comfortable backpack I've ever carried, maybe that viewpoint carries some weight.
8/13/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
8 Allak tent beats back the weather Travel and Recreation
When considering a tent, you most consider three key issues: Where you'll be using it, how many people will be using it, and what seasons of the year you'll be using it.
7/23/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
9 GoLite sleeping bag lets you go light on the trail Travel and Recreation
A good night's sleep in camp requires the right sleeping bag. Of course, a comfortable night's sleep comes easier if you were comfortable on the hike in. With that in mind, the ideal backpacking bag would be light and compact in your backpack, but roomy and warm in camp.
7/9/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
10 Watches that watch where you're going Travel and Recreation
We've previously addressed the first group (see May 21 review of the Wenger Raid Commando) and now we're tackling the techies. An array of digital tools can be packed into wristwatches today, and after thorough testing, we've found a few products worth considering.
6/25/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
11 Specialized outdoor apparel supports achy joints Travel and Recreation
The manufacturer's claims left me skeptical. Shirts and tights that not only supported achy joints but relieved fatigue and strengthened muscles? So I enlisted one of my regular gear testers, Chris Bloomquist of Winthrop, to join me in field testing the Opedix Posture Shirt and Running Tights.
6/11/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
12 Swiss Raid Commando watch can take hard knocks Travel and Recreation
Wilderness travel can be tough on gear, especially items with delicate parts that require precision calibration. I've lost many inexpensive analog watches to the rigors of simply scrambling up a rocky Cascade ridge. A few knocks against rocks and the timepiece refuses to keep on ticking.
5/21/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
13 Cut the price of your family vacation: Go camping Travel and Recreation
By skipping the hotels altogether, family camping trips can be first-rate vacations without big spending. The key to maintaining a happy camp centers on the accommodations. You need comfortable shelter for the whole family, and not just for sleeping.
4/30/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
14 Softshell jackets ideal for a Seattle spring Travel and Recreation
We can see dramatic changes not just day-to-day, but hour-to-hour. During one March outing along the 5-mile loop trail at Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, as we wrapped up testing of some new softshells, we encountered rain, snow, blustery winds, sunshine, hail and, finally, ground fog.
4/2/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
15 Beefy bikes for getting you around town or around the block Travel and Recreation
With gas prices bound to increase again, it makes sense to reduce your driving as much as possible. Why drive a few blocks to the store, or even a few miles to work, when a bike will get you there just as quickly (or nearly so)? And biking will also give you a bit of exercise.
3/19/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
16 Flasks and more: Carrying cocktails into the backcountry Travel and Recreation
Several readers have asked for advice on the best ways to transport adult beverages into the backcountry, from wine to whiskey, so we gathered some options and, after thorough testing in Washington wild country, we found a few ideally suited for various spirits.
3/5/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
17 Columbia offers good binoculars that won't break the bank Travel and Recreation
Everyone from backyard bird-watchers to backcountry hikers knows that quality optics are needed to thoroughly enjoy wildlife watching. But quality doesn't have to mean busting the budget. Portland-based Columbia Sportswear teamed up with Kruger Optics, of Sisters, Ore.
2/19/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
18 Great gadgets and gizmos for the backcountry Travel and Recreation
Every kid needs a new toy periodically, and every backcountry enthusiast is really just a kid at heart. It makes sense, then, that hikers and skiers, climbers and kayakers all need a new gadget or gizmo for their pack now and then.
2/12/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
19 Jackets to help keep out the cold Travel and Recreation
Once chills settle into your bones, there's little you can do. Whether you're sitting in camp, or simply eating a long lunch at a frigid summit, having an insulation layer to pull on when you stop moving can make the difference between being comfortable and being hypothermic.
1/29/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results
20 Light boots that fit Northwest trails Travel and Recreation
The trend toward lighter trail footwear is spreading, with some of the best new products coming from the birthplace of alpine adventures: the Alps themselves!
1/22/2009 | seattletimes.com | find similar results