Journal Entry Contributor: Emma Walker I’ve lived in some cold, wet places, but when we started planning a trip to northern Finland in February, I knew I was in for a challenge. My husband Bix and I started planning our trip to Finnish Lapland more than a year ago, when
Nikwax Testimonials: “Protecting the Important Things”
Guest Contributor: Mike Burnside When it comes to protecting all of my clothing & gear from winter and the wet weather it brings, I have been trusting Nikwax products for years. I began using Nikwax products approximately 16 years ago, when I was trying to find a better product for
Nikwax Testimonials: “You Can Be a Minimalist Backpacker or Hiker, and Still Stay Dry”
Guest Contributor: David Gillogly My best experience with Nikwax came about a year and a half ago as I was doing some minimalist backpacking. On this trip I was traveling between 25 and 40 miles per day, through Rocky Mountain National Park. A few months before the trip,
Nikwax Testimonials: “Keeping My Favorite Piece of Gear Alive and Well”
Guest Contributor: Leslie Parker I am a 36-year-old transplant to the mountains, having moved to Jasper from the Saskatchewan flatlands after college. Even though I have since moved into the city, I still spend my weekends skiing (XC, AT, and downhill), hiking, camping, and climbing in the Rocky Mountains. My
Nikwax Testimonials: “Tents Can Be Waterproof… and Sunproof!”
Guest Contributor: Brad Carson Tent & Gear SolarProof is simply amazing! As a resident of Colorado, I spend a tremendous amount of time in the arid, sun-drenched high-country of Colorado and the deserts of Southeast Utah. As a husband, and as a father of two young kids, I work hard to
Nikwax Testimonials: “An Ounce of Prevention…”
Guest Contributor: Lori LaBissoniere My pack and I recently tested out some freshly waterproofed gear in the Wallowa Mountain range in Northeastern Oregon. Known as “The Oregonian Alps,” this mystical region traditionally experiences pretty heavy winters. This winter, instead of blissfully falling snow, we found rain. Luckily, we came prepared.
Nikwax Testimonials: “Never-Ending Confidence in My Down Jacket”
Guest Contributor: Scott Polk I’ve been using Nikwax for several years now, and I bask in the comfort that the seasonal Nikwax rhythm brings me. At the beginning of the season, while I’m washing my down jacket, last season’s memories flood my mind, and I’m transported back to a moment
Nikwax Testimonials: “Caring for Your Ski Skins”
Guest Contributors: Emma Walker (Top entry) and Jeremy Benson (Bottom entry) EMMA’S STORY: I can’t think of anything that can ruin an otherwise-lovely ski tour like ski skins that aren’t doing their job. Ironically, I also can’t think of a piece of gear that’s more mistreated and misunderstood. It’s funny
Nikwax Testimonials: “All Parents Can Relate…”
Guest Contributor: Jason McGowin Every year, as winter approaches, I run through my ski gear & apparel to determine what needs fixing or replacing. This is a really fun process for me! But I have kids… …and that means that I have to look through all of their gear too,
Nikwax Testimonials: “The Pacific Crest Trail Perma-stench”
Guest Contributor: Ryen Cosgro After hiking the Pacific Crest Trail this year, I thought most of my gear was done for. My rain jacket, down jacket, and down quilt were absolutely disgusting. The quilt was especially bad, and it was stained in a special blend of dirt and slimy sweat.