The gear that earned its weight

Every item here has been on a real outing with me. Hikes, long road runs, trail races, triathlons. Notes are honest. Links are affiliate. No sponsored reviews. No gear I haven't actually used.

Affiliate disclosure

Some links on this site (particularly in the gear database) are affiliate links to retailers like REI, Backcountry, and Amazon. If you click one and end up buying the product, this site earns a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only ever recommend gear I've personally used on a real trip. No sponsored reviews. No gear I haven't tested. If I disliked it, I say so.