Nikwax Testimonials: “Staying Dry, Whatever the Weather”
May 11, 2018Guest Contributor: Emma Walker I’ve weathered a few storms in tents. Sometimes, it’s just the light pitter-patter of rain on the fly; a few times, I’ve been wide awake through pole-bending wind and torrential downpours. Whether I’m camped out on a glacier in Alaska, in the Utah desert, or in the rainforest on Hawaii’s…
Nikwax Testimonials: “Reviving Your Tired, Leather Gloves”
April 6, 2018Guest Contributor: Jeremy Benson Your gear works as hard as you do, so taking good care of it not only helps keep it in good condition and last longer, but it also improves your experience when it functions as it’s intended to. Of course, the simple routine maintenance tasks often get overlooked and slip through…
Nikwax Testimonials: “From Casual to Capable”
April 5, 2018Guest Contributor: Colin Murchison A favorite shoe style of mine over the last few years has been Chukkas, and more specifically, Clarks Desert Boots. I find these as my go-to casual shoe, and even wear them in more formal settings. As a Coloradan who spends most my time in the high country, my main issue…
How to Clean and Waterproof Horse Blankets
March 26, 2018CARING FOR HORSE BLANKETS Turnout sheets and blankets are essential when it comes to keeping your horse dry and comfortable in the pasture. They repel water but are also breathable and allow your horse to handle temperature changes. During the Spring (mud season!), extra efforts need to be made to make sure you are caring…
Nikwax Testimonials: “You Can Be a Minimalist Backpacker or Hiker, and Still Stay Dry”
March 7, 2018Guest 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, I had used a couple…
Nikwax Testimonials: “An Ounce of Prevention…”
February 28, 2018Guest 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. As we took off with…
How to Clean and Re-Waterproof your Rain Jacket
September 28, 2017Over time, rain jackets can lose their water-repellency. Waterproofing doesn’t last forever. Whether from rubbing against a dirty car while packing up groceries, or a muddy dog wanting snuggles, a dirty jacket will stop repelling water. Luckily, it’s easy to clean and re-waterproof your rain jacket so you can stay dry. The trick is…
Outdoor Adventures with Baby
June 3, 2015I cannot pretend to be an expert in getting babies outdoors. I have only one offspring thus far, and what works for one family may very well be hell for another. Every baby is different and develops at different speeds. I am lucky(?) to have a very active, outgoing kiddo who likes going outside. He…