Recreational shooting and other stuff
Mark The Klymit Motion 60 backpack arrived at my doorstep earlier this summer. Klymit is well known for their lineup of sleeping pads and bags, but these guys don‘t stop there. The Motion 60 backpack is definitely in the ultralight category. For me, not only is the backpack lightweight but it is also a comfortable hauler. … Read more
New MSR gear was out for display at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market show, and many old favorites have been given improvements. I‘m not sure about the release dates for the new gear, but you can be on the lookout for it to hit the market. Cookware and Stoves This year we get some new MSR cookware. … Read more
I received the Ahnu Del Rey sandals just in time for canoeing and kayaking season. These sandals are great for wading in lakes and rivers, relaxing at the beach and pool, walking in the mall, and day hiking. After a summer of fun, the Del Reys are holding up great and should be good to … Read more
The Therm-a-Rest crew were pretty busy and they have created some great new products. We‘ve been testing the Slacker lineup, but now there‘s plenty more goodies for the hammock crowd. The Slacker Hammock House is a complete shelter system and includes everything but insulation. The Hammock House includes a hammock with integrated bug net and … Read more
I received the Adventure Technology Pursuit paddle a while back. Here in Northwest Arkansas, we are lucky to have a variety of options for kayaking and water sports. We have whitewater kayaking on the Mulberry, scenic cliffs on the Buffalo, fishing on the Kings, and lazy floats on the Illinois and Elk rivers. Several small … Read more
The campfire is a part of camping that I really enjoy. Sitting around while shooting the breeze or just staring at the flames is one part but learning a fire building skillset is fun. The UCO Stormproof Torch & Bottle Opener is great for those times when conditions are not great or just getting a … Read more