TwoGearGuys: July 2013

Camping Gear - Sea To Summit X Bowl

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Today we review Sea to Summit’s collapsible bowl.

The X Bowl, by Sea to Summit, is an ingenious way to hold food on the trail.

This bowl is made of food grade flexible silicon that is cut resistant, can handle up to 300 degrees temps, and is microwave and dishwasher safe.

And it folds flat saving a ton of space in your backpack.

The X Bowl also comes in plate and mug versions, and it comes in some of our

favorite colors.

I love items that double as two and this one does!

The bottom of the bowl is made of a cut resistant, high temp, food grade nylon that can

be used as a cutting board. Cutting board 0:38

When compared to the Guyot Squishy Bowl, which we also use, I give the Sea To Summit X Bowl the edge. It stays flat on its own and doubles as a cutting board.

That’s pretty hard to beat!

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Thursday, July 11, 2013

Backpacking - Keen Verdi Mid WP Footwear

Published on July 4, 2013

Backpacking - Keen Verdi Mid WP Footwear

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This time we review the Verdi Mid WP from Keen.

The first thing I noticed about these boots is that they’re more like tennis shoes

than boots which is a good thing.

They’re made of a very soft mesh fabric that conforms to your foot kinda like

spider man’s suit.

The Keen are so light and comfortable it’s like being barefoot.

At only 15.5 ounces they’re almost half the weight of the Keen Oregon PCT’s.

Having said that, the PCT’s are more rugged like a work boot and offer better ankle support which is better for extended backpacking.

The Verdi do have a gusseted tongue and the Keen Dry Waterproof system that

breathes surprisingly well.

I have never gotten a blister with my Oregon PCT’s and don’t expect to with the Verdi.

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Hill Billy Backpacking - Guyot Designs Bowl Set

Hill Billy Backpacking - Guyot Designs Bowl Set review

Published on June 15, 2013.

Hill Billy Backpacking - Guyot Designs Bowl Set

Click here to see if the Guyot Squishy Bowl is as good as the Sea To Summit X Bowl!

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Hill Billy Backpacking - Guyot Designs Bowl Set

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The Squishy Bowl from Guyot Designs is as tough as they come.

It can handle temperatures as hot as 400 degrees, no problem.

That’s one third the temperature of freaking magma brother.

So yeah this bowl set can handle anything you can cook up when backpacking, but can it

also handle your office microwave oven? You bet your candy britches it can.

Not only that but it can squash into even the smallest spaces saving valuable backpacking space. It also comes paired with an equally durable mug for holding coffee, whiskey, water, or any other liquid you can think of. This hill billy likes to think outside the box!

This bowl set is Billy Wayne approved, we definitely recommend it.

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Backpacking - OR Gaiters funny

Published on June 12, 2013

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This week we’ll be reviewing the Verglas Gaiters from Outdoor Research.

The Verglas Gaiters are really durable to help protect your legs from thorns and biars.

They close in front with large strips of velcro.

There is a lace hook up front and a tough instep strap to hold the Gaiters securely in place making sure your shoes don’t pick up any loose rock, leaves, twigs or dirt.

Getting that stuff stuck in your boot can be really irritating when you’re hiking.

Also, the straps up top help adjust the fit.

Best of all, the Verglas Gaiters are waterproof, so walking through tall wet grass will not

leave your legs soaked. However, the Gaiter doesn’t breathe that well. So, after a long hike you may find your legs soaked with sweat rather than dew.

So lets review. The Verglas Gaiters offer your legs protection in several ways.

They protect you from briars and branches.

They deflect dirt, rocks and twigs.

They’re waterproof.

They resist confetti.

However, they will not protect you from any of the following!

bullets.

snake bites.

harsh words.

hockey puck.

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How To Pack Your Backpack

Published on June 12, 2013

How To Pack Your Backpack

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HOW TO PACK YOUR BACKPACK

This is a quick how to video on how to pack your backpack.

This is Keith. He'll be demonstrating for us. He's very excited to be here.

Okay, let's get started.

First, check your pack. Make sure all your compression straps are loose.

If you're going to carry a hydration bladder, pack it first before all your other gear.

Pack your sleeping bag first. Whatever you are not going to need until dead last, that should go in the bottom.

Next, pack your heavier stuff. I'm gonna pack my tent and keep it upright to save space. But, not the poles. Those are gonna go on the outside.

Now, I'm going to pack my food, extra clothes and cooking kit.

Keeping all the heavier stuff in the middle helps to balance the load. You'll appreciate this when you're carrying everything on your back later.

On top, pack your lighter gear and things you might want to get to quickly.

I like to keep my rain gear on top, in case I need to get to it in a real hurry.

I keep my tent poles on the outside in an empty water bottle pocket. Be sure to strap them in really tight.

Now the outermost pockets are where I store things like layers of clothing I've peeled off during the day. 1:18 This is a great place to store quick grab items like gloves or a map or a water filter.

In the lid is where I keep things like a headlamp or a first aid kit or a rain cover for my pack.

Now, personally, I like to keep a little pack towel hooked to my shoulder strap. That way, in case I need to wipe off my hands or my face or anything, I've got it handy.

As you go our more, you'll develop your own system of doing things that works best for you. But hopefully, this will help you to pack your gear a little better for your next trip.

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HOW TO PACK YOUR BACKPACK

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