Mountain gear guides

Short, practical guides on buying, checking and packing outdoor gear for Manali and the Himalaya, from The Mountain Thrifters.

• How to check if a used rain jacket is still waterproof: Ten minutes, a tap and a t-shirt. Do this before you trust any jacket on a trek.
• What to wear in Manali in winter: What actually keeps you warm here from December to February, from people who live in it.