Specialized Feels The Backlash Of Bullying

In schools today, children are reminded that bullying will not be tolerated. Yes, the real world of business is a bit different. Except that sometimes being a bully backfires, and heavy-handed tactics can cost companies a pretty penny or two. The case of Specialized Bicycle Components attempting to protect their trademarked “Roubaix” brand from a … Read more

MealKit 2.0 From Light My Fire

Our friends at Industrial Revolution showed us plenty of new and fun camping gear when we visited them at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market, and one of the items that caught our eye was the MealKit 2.0™ from Light My Fire. Best described as a “Thinking outside the lunchbox” food storage and prep system for campers, … Read more

Project Raleigh: Fenders And Luggage

Last week, I briefly covered my Raleigh Detour 6.5’s switch from a fully geared 24 speed bike to a 1×8 IGH setup. The swap was really simple, and although I may do a how-to article at some later date, anyone with a bit of and money could easily do this in an afternoon, once all … Read more

Coast DX355 And DX356 Pocket Knives

Coast recently sent us their DX355 and DX356 folding knives to review. They are functionally the same, both being liner locks that have a secondary lock which prevents them from closing unintentionally once they are open. And both have G10 handles with nice checkering to give them a comfortable gripping surface that not only looks … Read more

STRONGBACK Zen – Less Is Still More (Comfort)

Coming in at a little over half the price of its bigger brother, the STRONGBACK Zen camp chair offers the same comfort as the Elite, but in a slightly smaller, and noticeably lighter package. Before you ask what makes a folding chair worth $45.95, let me explain what this chair is all about. In addition … Read more