Tag: outdoor-gear

  • Does the Perfect Raincoat Exist?

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    Some of my most miserable moments have been cold and soaked at the same time. Wet alone, fine. Cold alone, fine. Cold and wet together is the worst feeling I know, which is part of why I will never go cold-water swimming voluntarily. So I have spent more time than I should hunting for a…

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  • What is the Best Chore Boot? Bogs vs. Muck, With Reservations

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    If you live somewhere that actually has winter, regular rubber boots stop working below freezing. You need insulated neoprene. The question is which pair, and after two rounds I have an honest answer with a caveat. Round One: Bogs Classic High My first serious pair was the Bogs Classic High. They kept my feet warm…

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