Hiking

Mountainsmith Cross Country 6000

A great hiking bag with an internal frame. I have used it from hiking trips to just camping trips. It can hold 6000 cubic inches of stuff. It has been maxed out several times. It has a detachable day back. Has a water pouch holder built in on the inside. It easily holds 65 lbs of gear.


GARMIN eTrex 20 GPS

The newest addition to my hiking and kayaking gear.  These are the specs as seen on the Garmin website.

Physical dimensions	2.1" x 4.0" x 1.3" (5.4 x 10.3 x 3.3 cm)
Display size, WxH	1.4" x 1.7" (3.5 x 4.4 cm); 2.2" diag (5.6 cm)
Display resolution, WxH	176 x 220 pixels
Display type	transflective, 65-K color TFT
Weight	5 oz (141.7 g) with batteries
Battery	2 AA batteries (not included); NiMH or Lithium recommended
Battery life	25 hours
Water rating	IPX7
Floats	No
High-sensitivity receiver	Yes
Interface	USB

Basemap	Yes
Preloaded maps	no
Ability to add maps	Yes
Built-in memory	1.7GB
Accepts data cards	microSD™ card (not included)
Waypoints/favorites/locations	2000
Routes	200
Track log	10,000 points, 200 saved tracks

Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads)	Yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads)
Geocaching-friendly	Yes (Paperless)
Custom maps compatible	Yes
Photo navigation (navigate to geotagged photos)	Yes
Sun and moon information	Yes
Tide tables	Yes (with optional Bluechart)
Area calculation	Yes
Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest)	Yes
Picture viewer	Yes
Garmin Connect™ compatible (online community where you analyze, categorize and share data) Osprey Talon 33 Daypack	Yes

Great backpack for day hikes. The first thing that I noticed was the great air circulation between the back and the bag. Its very light. I really like the hiking pole holders. Easy access pocket on top for snacks, etc. 

Katadyn HIKER PRO

Ten years ago I used the standard water filter by Katadyn and it worked really well. Recently I decided to get my own because on the last hiking trip I ran out of water 5 miles from the car. Although not life threatening, it wasn't a pleasant experience. I really like the Hiker Pro for its field maintenance kit as well as quick connect fittings. With the quick connect I didn't have to remove my water bladder from the bag but just connect it externally and fill it up. Water tasted great!

OBOZ Bridger Bdry Hiking Boots

Great pair of waterproof boots. I am a big fan of boots that are higher then the ankle for support, especially when descending. I also the love the firm sole which is great for all conditions.