So you’ve read the about the Gear Guides, Gear of the Year, and Editor’s Choice Awards. Now, here’s what the staff at Casual Adventure
has to say about the gear we have used and love.
2012: Spring 2012 | 2011: Holiday 2011 | 2010: Fall 2010 | Holiday 2010 | 2009: Fall 2009 | Holiday 2009
Name: Tom
Favorite Piece of Gear: Arc’teryx Stingray
Why: Great all around winter shell, athletic cut, gore-tex but soft and has some stretch
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Name: Charlie
Favorite Gear: Arc’teryx Fission SV
Why: Warmest, lightest jacket. Fits perfectly and will last a lifetime |
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Name: Ashley
Favorite Piece of Gear: Arc’teryx Strato Fleece
Why: Because it fits perfectly, and the orange hits are fantastic. |
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Name: Neil
Favorite Piece of Gear: Patagonia Special Edition Down Sweater
Why: Ultra light weight and toasty. Great for chilly days or as a layering piece for those extremely cold days. Packs up to almost nothing. |
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Name: Adam
Favorite Piece of Gear: 5.11 Taclite Pro Pants
Why: Rip stop cargo pants for colder weather hiking through the bramble. Try to break them! |
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Name: Josh
Favorite piece of Gear: Patagonia Shelter Stone Jacket
Why: A great jacket that keeps you warm and dry on the slopes and street, the shelter stone has all the bells and whistles that comparable models afford, but with more subtle contours. |
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Name: Arielle
Favorite Piece of Gear: Patagonia Re-Tool Snap T Pullover
Why: Comfortable and warm. This fleece is slim fitting and great for layering. It’s light, compressible and wicks away moisture. Plus, who doesn’t love the retro look and colors! |
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Name: Alex
Favorite Piece of Gear: Suunto Vector
Why: Very comfortable easy to read watch with a altimeter, barometer, and compass. |
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Name: Phil
Favorite Piece of Gear: A Plain Old Bandanna
Why: Water strainer? Check. Head-Band? Check. Do-Rag? Check. Signaling device? Check. Tourniquet? Check. Fashionable leg-band? Check. Snot rag? Check. Brow wipe? Check. Gear Cloth? Check. Sun glasses cloth? Check. Neck Gaiter? Check. Hot pot holder? Check. Sling? Check. Cowboy costume? Check. Cordage? Check. Washcloth? Check. Towel? Check. Dish rag? Check. Toilet paper in a pinch? Check. Napkin? Check. Trail marker? Check. Do you get it now? Check. |
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Name: Mike
Favorite Piece of Gear:Patagonia Maui Mocs
Why: This comfortable shoe is great for lounging around the house. Fleece lined, air-cushioned foam sole and super light weight. They mold to my feet and best of all…the ladies love them. |
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