Archive for July 20th, 2009

Big Agnes Savery SL

I was originally intrigued by Big Agnes when I read about their integrated bag and pad system, which struck me as a pretty logical way to beat the “I slept for about 10 minutes last night” discussion that seems to plague some camping experiences. That kind of talk is a big bummer when you’re trying to enjoy your coffee before you take your tent down and hike another couple of miles to camp #2. Big Agnes pads slip into the bottom of their sleeping bags, making it impossible to roll off during the night. The Colorado based company was generous enough to send me a bag to test and I’ve been sleeping like a baby since I first took it out. I was sent the Savery SL, a 3-Season Synthetic Mummy that’s not as nearly constrictive as my last mummy bag. The PrimaLoft makes it extremely comfortable, and at 2lbs 13 oz, you’re not sacrificing too much weight for a good night’s sleep. It’s a little hot in these summer months, but on the cool nights of the spring and fall, you’ll be warm and dreaming of the things that you all dream about.

And one of the smaller details of the bag that you’ll love? You can stuff clothes in the hood’s pocket for an instant pillow.

That 70s Guy

I hadn’t heard this podcast in a while when it came on my iTunes this morning, so I thought I’d repost if you want to take a listen. Originally posted September 12th, 2008.

As you probably already noticed, we post a lot of pictures from the 70s and 80s on this website thing we got going. It wasn’t until this morning, while coming across a wonderful picture of this dude camping, that I remembered a mildly funny podcast from Outside’s Eric Hansen where he decides to turn back the clock and dress the part of a 70s outdoor enthusiast. It’s worth taking a listen.

From the podcast:

“The stars and stripes are flying proudly thanks to my super bitchin’ American flag backpack. ‘Looooking good,’ I say to myself. And it’s true. I am the avatar of the bicentennial outdoors, embodiment of all that is joyous and unbridled.”

MP3: Cactus – Parchman Farm