Lowest Price Columbia Boys 8-20 Steens Mountain Sweater

my son liked it and wore it all the time. he had a red and a blue one. if he likes it, then i am sold. good to have for the texas weather where it can be cold one minute and hot the next int the winter season. keeps him warm and is light enough to stuff in the back pack when not needed.Get more detail about Columbia Boys 8-20 Steens Mountain Sweater.

Save CamelBak Performance 22-Ounce Water Bottle

Does it's job, completely spill proof and looks great. It has features on this bottle I've never seen on ordinary water bottles. Locking mechanism at the top prevent water from coming out and the nipple part doubles that.Get more detail about CamelBak Performance 22-Ounce Water Bottle.

Cheap Katadyn Vario Multi Flow Water Microfilter

it's ok. sometimes it'll leak out from middle if pump too fast, this can be dangerous if you're in cold conditions. Also if using in below freezing temps water will freeze over the ceramic filter allowing no water to pass through and a lot more leakage from sides. This is the only water filter I've ever used so have nothing to compair it to.Get more detail about Katadyn Vario Multi Flow Water Microfilter.

Buying Allen 102S Premium 2-Bike Trunk Mount Rack

Bike rack has been in use for over a year. it has sat in the rain and elements and is still going strong. thing i like the most is it seems to never loose grip with the bands. excellent bike rackGet more detail about Allen 102S Premium 2-Bike Trunk Mount Rack.

Buy Lowepro Slingshot 200 All Weather Backpack

I love this bag. I have a Canon T1i with a battery pack plus 3 lenses. I have the lens from the kit, which fits attached to the camera perfectly inside along with the battery pack attached. I also have a 100mm macro lens and a 85-250mm telephoto lens, they fit with room for a couple more lenses. I could probably fit a flash in the top pocket and there is a pocket in the front for stuff like lens wipes. I love the rain cover which stows inside the bottom of the bag out of sight until you need it. It makes carrying all my equipment easy and I love that I can reach everything in the bag through the easy access door when you pull it in front of you from your back. The 100 looked too small that is why I got this one. It's perfect for me and my stuff!Get more detail about Lowepro Slingshot 200 All Weather Backpack.

Coleman Cool Zephyr Ceiling Fan with Light Best Quality

THIS ITEM IS NOT GOOD, THE EQUIPMENT DOES NOT VENTILATE MUCH AIR, BECAUSE IT DOES NOT GENERATE MUCH POWER, IGNITION LASTS 4 HOURS MAXIMUM WITH THE LOAD OF BATTERIES FULL, THE LIGHT IS GOODGet more detail about Coleman Cool Zephyr Ceiling Fan with Light.

Teva Women's Ventura Cork 2 Wedge Sandal Decide Now

These are cute, but not as comfortable as I expected them to be. The heel height and the material of the sole feel nice and easy on my feet, but the straps (narrow and stiff) and the metal ring bother me.Get more detail about Teva Women's Ventura Cork 2 Wedge Sandal.

Lowest Price Wenzel Lone Tree Hiker Tent, Red/Black

Before you expect too much out of your tent, be sure you take a second look at the price.

At $29.99, I am happy with the Wenzel Lone Tree tent. It met several requirements that I set in place.

Original requirements...
1. Free standing - if I lose a stake in the middle of the night it's not going to crash on my head!
2. Above average rain fly coverage - some tents only cover the tip top. This one has good coverage except on the door.
3. Can fit me - I'm a tall dude. I'm 6'5" and needed a tent that can hold me. The 7' floor works well enough for a short trip. Note for other tall guys - the floor IS 7', but the sides make some of that unusable for sleeping. Still, it's long enough for me and it is tall enough I can easily sit up without hitting my head.
4. Plenty of room inside for gear - this requirement was barely met. I can be in the tent with my pack and have a little room to spare. I know they call it a "2 person" but seriously, unless you are below average size and don't mind keeping your stuff outside, this tent is for a single person.
5. Light and packable on/in my backpack - Since I will be carrying my gear into the camp site I needed something light and portable.

Things I would have liked...
1. Deeper pole corner pockets would make setup easier for one person
2. Poles are functional, but I feel like I'm going to snap them every time I setup the tent. They are pretty low diameter and maybe a hair too long. After I try the tent in the field I may cut each pole down by a quarter inch. Not too much so the tent isn't ridged, but enough to relax the poles slightly.
3. Vestibule or some kind of ledge for shelter while getting into the tent. as it is, i will probably carry an extra poncho or something to make a temporary ledge in case it rains.

Other little surprises...
1. Rainfly was already waterproof taped and design is such that it handles upgrades like new poles and better stakes. I went ahead and sealed the tent seams anyway and around the tape. Plus, I used water repellent spray similar to another reviewer. I'd rather have it than not if it starts storming on me.
2. Extra space in the tent bag. If you have ground cover that compresses well, it may fit in the bag. My tarp is a bit large, but a correctly sized pad would easily roll around the tent and slide into the pack.

The only construction faults I have found so far were a single thread inside that needed to be cut off, and the ties that hold the poles to the tent are weak. A stitch already popped on one of them so be careful. I would have liked to not even have ties on the tent. Oh well...see second sentence of review for explanation.

The beauty of the things I would have liked to have is that everything is available on more expensive tents. As a starter tent this thing is great.Get more detail about Wenzel Lone Tree Hiker Tent, Red/Black.

TravelJohn-Disposable Urinal (18 pack)

I bought the TravelJohn-Disposable Urinals thinking they were a portable toilet, especially for #2 since Urinal is Latin for Urinus, the Roman god of fertilizer. Well, they're strictly for #1, this I found out while I was in the museum with no toilets.

First of all, who needs a Disposable Urinal for #1? We have nature or back alleys for that so it's not hard to find a place for #1.

Secondly, my Urinal pack didn't come with instructions so I had no idea how to use it. It's some snorkleing bag.Get more detail about TravelJohn-Disposable Urinal (18 pack).

CamelBak M.U.L.E. 100-Ounce Hydration Pack Buy Now

After using Nalgene bottles for many years I finally took the leap and went for a CamelBak M.U.L.E. Wow, what a difference! This pack is the perfect size for a quick warm weather day hike with the basic essentials thrown in. After a 2.5 mile hike this afternoon I am hooked -- everything was very comfortable. The removable waist belt is a nice touch, as is the back padding and the soft lined phone/MP3/GPS pocket up top. Very impressed with the quality of the product, it definitely exceeded my expectations.Get more detail about CamelBak M.U.L.E. 100-Ounce Hydration Pack.

Where To Buy Coleman Fairmont Sleeping Bag (Purple)

I like everything about the sleeping bag except that the inner lining tended to cling to the rough places on my skin, like Velcro. I took it to a retreat in place of sheets and a light blanket, and it worked out real well. The temperature was in the 70s. I recommend this sleeping bag, except for the clinging, which caused me to give it 4 stars instead of 5.Get more detail about Coleman Fairmont Sleeping Bag (Purple).

3M SRL-12 Ultrathon Insect Repellent Cream Top Quality

I used it in the rainy season of the Solomon Islands (in between the New Guinea and Australia) where it rained pretty much every day. It held up well. Just remember to put your sunscreen on first, then your bug repellant, otherwise the sunscreen's ability to keep you from sunburning will be diminished.

PROS:

Applies Easily
Very Sweat and Water Resistant

CONS:

Somewhat Small For Extended Trips (so buy multiple)

SUMMARY: Great product and definitely recommendable over any spray type bug repellant. Out of the many I've used in my trecks across the globe, this one has performed the best and has been my mainstay.Get more detail about 3M SRL-12 Ultrathon Insect Repellent Cream.

Cheap Mountain House #10 Can Freeze-Dried Food

I have gotten several of these things and they are perfect size wise. I am going to continue to get them as time goes on. Their expiration date is way farther then what is said here as long as they are stored properly. I think one of the ones I have is 2034.Get more detail about Mountain House #10 Can Freeze-Dried Food.

Cheapest Victorinox Swiss Army Classic Pocket Knife

Although this pocket knife isn't indestructibly built like the much larger multi-tools, its price and convenience make it a daily pocket item. It's incredibly small but manages to pack in a practical assortment of tools that I find myself using regularly. In fact, I can't think of a day when I don't at least use the knife to open a package or letter. But I also use the scissors for small cutting jobs and, combined with the file, nasty hangnails. I even pull out the tweezers now and then for a splinter. And although I thought it'd be nasty reusing a plastic toothpick, I do actually use it in a pinch (and let's face it, who has toothpicks or floss around when you've eaten that jumbo bag of beef jerky or corn nuts?).

What's the best part? When (not if) I accidentally bring it to the airport, having it confiscated only sets me back a small amount. I usually turn around and order one as I wait for the flight.Get more detail about Victorinox Swiss Army Classic Pocket Knife.

Nalgene Tritan Wide Mouth Bottle Lime 32oz Get it now!

This bottle is excellent for hiking. I use the 32 oz. which seems to be a good amount, not too much that it adds unnecessary weight, but big enough you don't have to stop for refill too often. I also have a SteriPEN Classic Handheld Water Purifier for sterilization of water and this bottle works beautifully with it as the SteriPEN requires a large neck bottle. The two of these combined make excellent hiking companions, but I must digress as this review is about the bottle.

The bottle does not retain taste and is BPA free, so if it does get heated up in a car or in your pack or in the sun while you're hiking, you won't be consuming microscopic carcinogens. Also, it is durable as it has survived much abuse thus far. Also, as an added plus, it has metric and standard measurements, which can come in handy, since most of the survival classes and books I have read and gone through run off of metric units for calculating water loss and replenishment.

PROS:

Pretty much indestructible
Perfect size
Does not retain taste
Cap with retention loop
Metric and standard fluid units
Far lighter than stainless steel counterparts

CONS:

No insulating properties (alright with me, I was pretty sure it didn't, but it would be nice)

BOTTOM LINE: Definitely recommendable. I have had both stainless steel hiking water bottles and these and these are far superior. They are lighter, their cap is attached so it can't get lost, they're clear for quick and easy volume check, and they don't retain taste. I couldn't be more pleased with this bottle.Get more detail about Nalgene Tritan Wide Mouth Bottle Lime 32oz.