The more time we spend out backpacking and adventuring, the more we discover what gear works and what doesn't. While there are some brands that we feel are associated with quality and functionality, we aren't partial to any one brand. We are always on the quest for lighter, more efficient gear and I have a love for gadgets! So, we continue to learn, test and refine our gear as we go through our adventures and review them here. USE LABELS TO NARROW SEARCH ------->