Recent content by David904RN

OK... So I've had the Swazi Tahr for a while now and feel like I can weigh in with my thoughts on this jacket. First of all... Expensive. Swazi is a known brand and you're paying a certain amount for the name. However, their reputation is well deserved. This anorak is well-designed and the...

Me neither, quite frankly. However I distinctly remember almost swallowing my tongue when I shelled out almost $370 USD for my coat 20 years ago - and then how gratified I was by how warm and dry it kept me. From all I've heard this seems to be a great piece of gear. I and my wallet hope I am...

I know it's expensive but really it's a matter of priorities. Having been truly cold before I am willing to spend money on a good reliable coat. My last North Face Gore-tex coat lasted 14 years. I expect that this one will last at least as long. I expect this is money well spent.

Just ordered the Tahr. :)

Hi I've decided to go ahead and take the plunge and get one of the Swazi Anoraks. I'm just not sure which one to get - the Swazi Tahr XP or the Swazi Tahr. There is very little price difference between the two but I was hoping to get some input from folks in the know. Personally I'm leaning...

You're going to want an under quilt. Either that or a cheaper fix for "cold butt syndrome" is a roll of Reflectix cut down to size - slide it in your sleeping bag and sleep directly on top of it. I have a Warbonnet Blackbird hammock with a Maccat Deluxe tarp. If you're serious about hammock...

I've got a MSR International and I love it. However I also have a SoloStove with the accessory kit (Swedish firesteel, Large chunk of fatwood, spirit burner, and wind shield) which I love! The advantages of the gas stove is that it is quick, reliable (if you take care of it), and clean - your...

Hi Everybody, My name is David and I am presently living in Florida, USA. I'm an Emergency Room RN (Registered Nurse) and a firearms instructor. I'm an avid backpacker and I always enjoy trying out new survival skills that allow me to thrive in the outdoors with fewer amenities. In the...