Category Archives: Water Filter

First Look @ the Renovo Trio Water Filter

Posted on March 22, 2014 by Stick

A couple of weeks ago, Bastian from RenovoWater contacted me via email and asked me if I would be interested in checking out one of their new water filters, the Renovo Trio. After reading through the information provided on the … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving AT Section Hike Post Hike Gear Talk

Posted on December 7, 2013 by Stick

So last weekend I met up with a group of pretty good guys and spent a night on the Appalachian Trail. As I mentioned in my previous trip report, we had a great time. The weather was dang near perfect, … Continue reading →

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First Look @ the Sawyer Mini Water Filter

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Stick

A few days ago, I received an email from Patrick at Sawyer, asking me if I would be interested in checking out one of the new Sawyer Mini water filters. Being a huge fan of my Sawyer Squeeze (like so … Continue reading →

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Olympic National Park Post Hike Gear Talk

Posted on September 15, 2013 by Stick

My recent hike in the Olympic National Park has now been my longest single backpacking trip. We were out 7 days and 6 nights; the temperatures ranged from around the high 30’s (F) to likely mid 60’s (F), and we … Continue reading →

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My ZPacks order has arrived!

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Stick

So, not too long ago I placed another order at ZPacks for a few new items, as well as a few replacement items, and yet again, I have to give props to ZPacks. At the moment, Joe and Sheryl are … Continue reading →

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First Look at the Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Stick

Recently, I have seen a number of people’s videos as well as blog reviews (and not to mention quite a bit of forum talk) of the Sawyer Squeeze. Here are a few: YouTube Video by Trent Tyre Review by John Abela from … Continue reading →

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