Ticket To The Moon Hammock Review
The Spud’s First Guest Post Until now, everything on the TrailPotato has been written by me which, of course limits things to what I have the time, interest and experience to write about. This post is...
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The Fun Series Vol 4: Cycleopes, The Latest In Bicycle Taxidermy
I’m sure you have heard of the legendary Jackalope, but have you heard of the elusive Cycleope? Yeah, I said Cycleope- a hybrid between a bicycle and an antelope. Crazy you say? Yes, it is. It is...
View ArticleScreaming Bargain: REI Thaw Creek Fleece
Recently, I posted about some ideas for what to buy with your REI dividend and I mentioned I used my dividend and first 20% off coupon on a pair of sweet Merrell Moab trail shoes. Of course that left...
View ArticleTrailPotato’s Earth Day Giveback Challenge
Earth Day 2013 is next Monday, April 22nd and the TrailPotato wanted to come up with something special for the day. If you have visited the TrailPotato before, you’ve probably noticed that there are a...
View ArticleGreen Tip and Earth Day Challenge Reminder
Only a couple more days until the TrailPotato’s Earth Day Challenge. Please help spread the word and help meet the challenge. Here is a Green Cleaning Tip from The Nature Conservancy: Harsh chemicals,...
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Yesterday, EarthDay, TrailPotato had an Earth Day Challenge which encouraged everyone to support their favorite non-profit. TrailPotato chose The Nature Conservancy and is donating 50% of all site...
View ArticleHow To Save 25% At REI.com This Weekend
Did you get your mailer from REI about the 3-day sale this weekend? April 26-28 you can save 25% off one full price clothing item from REI brand or Novara. Here is the code 25REI. Remember, if you buy...
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REI Wilderness Survival Class
Several years ago I backpacked off trail in the San Rafeal Swell with a guy that was a wilderness camp counselor. We didn’t use luxuries like a tent or matches. Instead, we used a tarp for a tent and...
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Tying Shoelaces Sucks: Knot Bone LaceLock Eliminates The Task
I hate tying my shoelaces. Even when I double knot them they either eventually come untied or I can’t get the knot undone. That’s why I always buy Salomon running shoes like these… no knots to tie! So...
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TwistLit L.E.D. Bicycle Light Review
Man, it was a long slog of a winter here in Minneapolis. It felt like spring was never going to make an appearance but it is finally nice enough to ride our bikes. This evening Jules and I rode down to...
View Article18 Great Gift Ideas For Men And Women Who Love The Outdoors
Tick tock. Christmas is getting close and you haven’t finished shopping for the gearhead on your list have you? Never fear the spud is here to help you out. With the exception of the Stand Up Paddle...
View ArticleJetflow Hydration Pack Review
After writing a post last fall on how to clean a Camelbak bladder I was contacted about doing a review for a new hydration pack, The Jetflow. On a recent trip to Grand Marais for cross country skiing...
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