Activity for Ryan Jarvis‭

Type	On...	Excerpt	Status	Date
Question	—	How do you determine current trail conditions before going on a hike? In addition to getting the current weather report on the day of a hike, how does one find out if the trails are currently in good shape and what kind of gear may be necessary that day (i.e. crampons)? (more)	—	over 11 years ago
Question	—	What makes nylon an effective material for hiking pants? I often see 100% nylon pants a lot in stores. What properties does it have that make it effective when hiking? Is it effective in all seasons or just under certain conditions? (more)	—	over 11 years ago
Question	—	Why don't we apply the principles of layering when it comes to pants? Whenever I see clothing articles geared toward hiking and backpacking that discuss layering (base layer for wicking, mid layer for insulation, etc.), they always seem to discuss these things in terms of things you wear on your chest. How come we don't apply the same principles to our pants? How com... (more)	—	over 11 years ago
Question	—	Can a PVC rain jacket also be used as a windbreaker? I have a Columbia 100% PVC rain jacket. It has a nylon lining. Can PVC material be used as an effective windbreaker? Are there any side effects (such as making me sweat a lot more) that could discourage me from using it as a windbreaker? (more)	—	over 11 years ago
Question	—	Is department store merino wool less effective than branded (i.e. SmartWool) merino wool in staying warm and wicking moisture? At my local Costco, I see a Kirkland brand 100% merino wool quarter-zip sweater being sold for $25. On EMS, I see a SmartWool 100% merino wool half-zip sweater costing $140. Would I be potentially putting myself more at risk if I wore the Kirkland sweater as a layer? (more)	—	over 11 years ago