Klymit’s Insulated Static V Luxe

Klymit recently introduced the super-size version of their fantastic Insulated Static V sleeping pad. The Insulated Static V Luxe offers all of the great features of its smaller sibling in a larger package. Klymit allowed me to borrow one for a few weeks for some testing and review. For those not familiar with the brand, … Read more

SOG PowerLock Traveler

If you make the mistake of trying to bring a multi-tool onto a plane these days, chances are you’ll be donating it to the TSA. Unless that tool is the PowerLock Traveler from SOG. That’s because SOG designed it with all the usual tools you might need, except for the knife blade, making it TSA-compliant. Packed into … Read more

SockGuy for Dads and Grads

If you’re looking for a gift idea that is fun, personal, and easy on the wallet, check out SockGuy. Trust me. I’m not sure when it happened, but somehow, I became a sock snob. I’ve been known to point out that unless you have a motorcycle with a lot of chrome to polish, there is no … Read more

KEYKLIPZ Titanium Keyrings

With only about a week to go, the KEYKLIPZ Kickstarter campaign has been more than fully funded. But we wanted to share this with our readers, as it’s not too late to get in on this one. And there is a certain appeal that many of you will like. KEYKLIPZ are brought to us by Bico Australia. … Read more

Platypus Tokul XC 3: Sleek & Comfortable Hydration

The Platypus Tokul XC 3 hydration pack is a perfect pack for when you need hydration without bulk. It holds a two liter bladder and claims to have 1 liter of storage capacity, giving it the 3 designation. It is light and very comfy, making it a great race day pack as well as an every day … Read more