Recreational shooting and other stuff
The Stanley Adventure Prep and Cook Set is more than just another cook set. Because it carries with it the same legendary quality and craftsmanship we‘ve come to expect from all Stanley products. While my cooking skills are subpar, Stanley is giving me a chance to keep practicing in the great outdoors. Sure, there are a … Read more
The Thermarest Trail Pro hit my doorstep just in time for the end of cold weather. The Trail Pro is a self-inflating foam sleeping pad and it comes in the mummy shape. For me, sleeping pads have three main characteristics: comfort, weight/bulk, and cost. I know that‘s four, I went to kindergarten too, but weight … Read more
Darn Tough Vermont is a well-known maker of top quality socks. Time and again, I‘ve watched YouTube videos from thru-hikers that are using Darn Tough socks. For me, this speaks volumes. Thru-hikers on the AT, PCT, and CDT will spend 6 or more months completing their journey. When these people wholeheartedly recommend a product the … Read more
To celebrate the 77th birthday of Chuck Norris, we’re sharing our reviews of the TX395 knife and TX7R flashlight from Coast Portland. That’s right, no cake, no candles. Just a knife and flashlight. Because they are two of the toughest, manliest pieces of gear available from Coast. They’re built for hard work, under the kind of conditions … Read more
The Power Practical Luminoodle Plus is one of several Luminoodle products. This is one of the most unique and fun lights I‘ve used in the outdoors. A Luminoodle is a flexible string of LED lights that are fully encased in a soft rubbery tube. Luminoodles really look like a giant noodle and they produce a … Read more
Eagle‘s Nest Outfitters is a well-known maker of hammock products. Lately, they have been busy creating a new line of daypacks. The new ENO Pack Series will make great packs for day hikes, getting your gear to the gym, carrying books to class and more. These packs range in size from 20 to 27 liters and … Read more