The Gear Manual

I love me some good gear.

Buying new gear is one of the biggest money sinks I have. The desire never stops. The purpose of this manual is to help me navigate my gear addiction.

Philosophy

• Gear can’t replace skills. Skills can often replace gear.
• A piece of gear is valuable if it helps you achieve a goal.
• You can’t buy an experience through gear. But gear may help you seek out the experiences you want.
• Great gear is awesome!

New gear rules

• If there is a way you can try out the experience before investing in gear, do that first.
• Remember, there is always more gear to buy. Pace yourself and enjoy what you already have.
• Answer these questions before buying anything.