Recreational shooting and other stuff
To understand one of the main advantages of the Helinox line of trekking poles, we first have to look to DAC, producer of tent poles known for their excellent strength to weight ratio. DAC developed their TH72M aluminum alloy to address the problem of thin-walled tubing failing due to a combination of the stresses applied … Read more
For the month of October, we’ve been working to spotlight companies that have supported breast cancer awareness and research. With their donations reaching $100,000 in 2010, Safety Equipment Corporation became a platinum level sponsor of the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. That alone would have earned them a mention this month, but they produce a … Read more
Last month, my daughter had her first encounter with a bear in the nearby mountains. While her friend’s dog made it clear that their hike was being cut short, it could have been much worse. The dog stood its ground and growled, refusing to take another step, and that’s when they noticed the fresh tracks, … Read more
We’ve already covered some trekking poles and at least one pair of Nordic walking poles this month, so it’s time for something a little different. Brazos Walking Sticks is a family-run business based in the Brazos River Valley of Texas. Each of their unique wooden walking sticks and canes is handcrafted by a local woodworker, … Read more