Abbey Gottinger
Health and strength motivate Abbey in all areas of her life. When not exploring, Abbey is probably in her backyard swinging kettlebells or teaching others how to.
She wears many hats, working in the field of instructional design as a certified StrongFirst Level II Kettlebell Instructor and as the editor of StrongFirst’s online journal.
The more Abbey adventures, the more she recognizes the importance of quality gear. Gear can make the difference between blisters and a sore back and the memory of an epic adventure.
Articles by Abbey Gottinger
Abbey’s reviews on Engearment focus on gear she puts to work exploring Colorado’s alpine lakes and mountain passes — from insulated hoodies and sleeping systems to snowshoes. Here’s a look at her work.
Arc’teryx Proton Hybrid Hoody – Comfortable and Versatile
March 12, 2023 — Abbey reviews the Arc’teryx Proton Hybrid Hoody as a go-to piece she reaches for on snowshoe adventures and beyond.
TSL Symbioz Hyperflex Instinct Snowshoes – Light, Flexible and Easy to Use
January 9, 2023 — With snowshoeing as her primary winter activity, Abbey reviews the TSL Symbioz Hyperflex Instinct as a lightweight and flexible upgrade from her first pair of snowshoes.
Thermarest Neoair Uberlite Sleeping Pad – Super Fast and Uberlite
November 5, 2022 — Abbey reviews the Thermarest Neoair Uberlite with a focus on how quickly it inflates and how much easier it makes the backpacking setup compared to her old kit.
Thermarest Hyperion 20 Sleeping Bag – Incredible Ultralight 900 Fill Down
November 5, 2022 — After taking the Thermarest Hyperion 20 Sleeping Bag out near Mesa Verde National Park, Abbey reviews the ultralight 900 fill down bag with a focus on weight and packed size.