MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes
03.15.2018 - Kyle SoeltzThe MSR Lightning Ascent snowshoes are a sturdy yet lightweight snowshoe that provides ample flotation and an aggressive grip. The outer ring of the snowshoe is rigid with crampon-like teeth... Continue Reading »
Outdoor Research Mt. Baker Modular Mittens
03.08.2018 - Kyle SoeltzThe Outdoor Research Mt. Baker Modular Mittens are a two part mitten designed to keep your fingers warm in extremely cold conditions. They have a waterproof shell with a heavy... Continue Reading »
9 Ways to Shed Pack Weight For Almost No Money
02.23.2018 - Kyle SoeltzSpending hundreds of dollars on new sleeping bags and backpacks is one way to save large amounts of pack weight, but it’s not the only way. There are a lot... Continue Reading »
Passaconaway/
02.14.2018 - Kyle SoeltzMiles: 12.3 Elevation Gain: 3763’ Difficulty: Hard Typically if you want to do Mount Passaconaway and Mount Whiteface as a loop you have to do it from the south. Further,... Continue Reading »
Choosing the Right Personal Locator Beacon or Satellite Messenger
02.07.2018 - Kyle SoeltzWhether it be a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) or a Satellite Messenger, an emergency transponder is something everyone spending a significant time in the wilderness should carry. No matter how... Continue Reading »
Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork Trekking Poles
01.31.2018 - Kyle SoeltzIt wasn’t until I began winter hiking that I understood how great Trekking poles were. Before I had always wondered what I needed them for- I had never had a... Continue Reading »
Carter Notch (Secret) Loop
01.25.2018 - Kyle SoeltzMiles: 12.3 including Mt. Height; 12.1 without Elevation Gain: 4600′ Difficulty: Hard A map of the Carter Notch Loop. The main trail is highlighted in red, green is the alternate... Continue Reading »
Salomon Speed Cross 4
01.18.2018 - Kyle SoeltzThe Salomon Speed Cross 4 is a seriously light trail running shoe with a lot of grip. I have used them for trail running, day hiking, and backpacking from mid-spring... Continue Reading »
Welcome to Reconnect.Life
01.09.2018 - Kyle SoeltzMy name is Kyle Soeltz. I’m an avid hiker, skier, climber, and general outdoors enthusiast. I created this blog to help inspire and provide information for those looking to reconnect... Continue Reading »