Top Gear for Hiking Dogs

Puffy Doggy Jacket from Stunt Puppy

Here at Tales of a Mountain Mama, we are all about quality outdoor gear for our families….including the four-legged members!  We have put together a list of our most-trusted dog packs, jackets, collars, bowls, and other important gear for our hiking dogs. Looking for outdoor dog gifts?? Check out our full post here! As an … Read more

TOBE Outerwear for Kids Who Are Tough on Gear

Over the past few years we have used and loved TOBE‘s (pronounced Too-bee) gear for kids. The brand is focused primarily on providing high quality gear for adults AND kids that allow them to stay comfortable all day long in various conditions. I call this our “bomb-proof” AKA Kid-Proof gear. It is reinforced in all … Read more

LittleBig Bike Review

The LittleBig Bike is a 3-in-1 bike that can take you from a small balance bike to a big balance bike and then to a pedal bike in a manner of minutes. LittleBig is designed and made in Ireland and ships to countries all over the world. We tested this bike on sidewalks, asphalt and … Read more

Kelty Journey PerfectFIT Elite Gear Review

Let me start this review by saying that if you asked either me or my two-year-old what is our favorite way to hike, we would both undoubtedly choose to hike with this Kelty Journey PerfectFit Elite carrier. My son because it is a major upgrade in visibility and comfort, and me because it means my … Read more

Shred Dog Gear: Ski Gear for Kids!

Shred Dog Gear Review

Shred Dog Gear Review Parents, if you struggle to find high -performing, great gear for your kids that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg, you’re not alone. It’s tough navigating through the outdoor industry to find a balance between what you can afford and what is actually going to perform. Shred Dog is here … Read more

The Best Camping Coffee – Blends and Makers

I’ve got a confession to make. My family is big into the day trip. We will adventure from sun up to sun down – taking a road trip, going for a hike, hitting the river. But with a five year old who doesn’t (always) sleep through the night, a four year old who doesn’t (often) … Read more