Hey there! Welcome to Dirty Panda—your new favorite hangout for all things MTB, camping, and the great outdoors.

Whether you’re flying down rocky trails, setting up camp in the wild, or just geeking out over the latest gear, you’ve landed in the right spot.

Why I Started This Blog
Like many of you, I’m totally hooked on the outdoors—the mud, the grit, the adrenaline, and all the gear that gets us out there.

After years of hitting the trails, testing gear (the good, the bad, and the downright ugly), and pitching tents in places where the weather can change on a dime, I thought it was high time to share my experiences—the wins, the fails, and the gear that actually delivers.

I wanted to create a space that keeps it real—no sugarcoating, no corporate nonsense, just genuine opinions from someone who truly uses this stuff.

What You’ll Find Here
Dirty Panda is all about real-world testing. Everything I write about has been ridden, worn, carried, or cooked on in the great outdoors.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Gear Reviews
  From MTB helmets and gloves to hydration packs, tents, stoves, and sleeping bags—if I’ve tested it, I’ll review it. Expect honest insights, not paid fluff.
• Camping & Outdoor Gear
  Lightweight setups, tough-as-nails tools, and everything in between. If it works in the dirt, it’s worth discussing.
• Trail Reviews
  Local hidden gems and popular routes—the fun, the sketchy, the ones to steer clear of, and the ones that made me smile like a kid.
• General Blog
  Sometimes it’s about gear, sometimes it’s a wild camping story, or a glimpse into life off the trail. Either way, it’ll come straight from the heart.

Heads Up: Affiliate Links
Some of the links you’ll find here are affiliate links (mostly to Amazon or trusted gear shops). If you click through and make a purchase, it won’t cost you anything extra—but it’ll toss a few cents my way to help keep this blog running (and fund the next gear test!).

I promise to always be upfront about that.