Canadian Photographer
There are lots of really good outdoor gear companies out there. Until now, however, the trouble has always been justifying the very high prices of most brands, even though they offered features that were very desirable. Enter Cortazu Outerwear, from the Netherlands. Cortazu offers products directly from the manufacturer, which reduces the prices substantially while maintaining…
I have not yet broadly discussed my upcoming trip to the Faroe Islands because I am waiting on a few things, but I wanted to write something right now because I believe that the Kickstarter campaign that Cortèz Outerwear is currently having is worth checking out. For those who have not heard of Cortèz Outerwear,…
My History with Fjallraven Products I’ve been using Fjallraven products for many years now. I’ve come to rely on the Arctic Fox for bulletproof construction, features that I need, and performance that keeps up with me. I’ve been an expedition photographer for more than ten years and in that time I’ve amassed a fairly substantial…
About five years ago, I went into the Radical Edge gear shop in Fredericton, New Brunswick, looking for a new pair of hiking boots. I tried on several pairs of boots, debated things, and ultimately settled on a pair of Salomon Quest 4D GTX boots that I immediately started wearing everywhere. And I mean…
I have been using the Rab Nexus Jacket for almost a year now, but have held off on writing a review because the conditions were not right. I bought it towards the end of winter from Altitude Sports and didn’t get a chance to put it through its paces until just recently, when I spent…
Altitude Sports was kind enough to let me test a Mountain Hardwear Scrambler 30 OutDry Backpack. This pack has a number of very impressive features, and I was eager to take it out and see what it was all about. Arguably, the most important feature of the Scrambler is that it is completely waterproof, without…
I am outside in the cold a lot. Usually in the very early morning, or the evening, because that is when the light is usually the most interesting. But that is usually when the sun is not around. So, I need help in order to stay warm. Earlier this winter, Altitude Sports once again offered…
So, I’ve had the Arc’teryx Cerium SL that Altitude Sports sent me for over a month now, and I have just returned from some pretty great hiking in the Pacific north west. It’s definitely cold enough in the mornings to appreciate how great this jacket is, especially here on the East coast now that I…
One of the most important issues when dealing with backcountry camping or multi-day hiking is the issue of changing weather. Even the best days of summer can turn downright nasty in a hurry, especially if you are in the mountains or visiting a northerly country. Having proper emergency clothing can save your life. My friends…
I think a lot of backpackers maybe take lighting for granted. It’s bright out when you leave in the morning, you think you’ll be back at camp before night fall, and then you will have lanterns and camp fires and all sorts of light sources by which to cook, clean, and be merry. But what…